Pott’s spine

Pott’s spine ( TB infection of backbone) is a common disease in our country. Long standing mild or moderate backache should not be taken lightly, as there is a high chance that it can be TB spine. X rays may come out to be normal in first few months of the disease process. MRI of SPINE can pick up TB Spine at a very early stage. Once diagnosed, it can be treated treated and cured fully by Anti Tubercular Treatment ( ATT) Medications. Otherwise, the disease may progress and cause damage to vertebrae( units of backbone) or pus formation and spinal cord compression leading to weakness of legs ( paralysis). Such situations require surgical treatment.