In what cases and for what is Diaskintest used?
Because Diaskintest does not cause a hypersensitivity reaction that takes place in a delayed manner and is associated with the introduction of BCG, it can not be used as a substitute for the tuberculin test. The latter is conducted to select patients for revaccination and primary vaccination with BCG .
Also, for a diagnostic purpose, the Diaskintest test is performed in patients who are referred to an anti-tuberculosis facility for additional testing, as well as for those who are at risk for tuberculosis (medical, epidemiological and social factors are taken into account).
Diaskintest is often included in the complex of measures aimed at determining the presence of the disease, and is used as an adjunct to radiographic and other laboratory tests.
When can not do Diaskintest?
Despite the fact that the drug was originally created as an alternative to a rather unreliable Mantoux test, it can not be called a full replacement. Now it is used more as an addition to the above Mantoux. The main reason for this is the numerous contraindications for conducting a sample for Diaskintest tuberculosis. This test is prohibited for:
- acute, as well as chronic, with complications, diseases that are of a virally-infectious origin;
- elevated temperature, which in turn is caused by the inflammatory process;
- presence of cutaneous pathologies of destructive nature, which are in the stage of exacerbation (atypical dermatitis);
- any allergic manifestations;
- epilepsy.
In addition to the above contraindications, the Diaskintest test can not be performed in those persons who are sick with hepatitis, as well as in the presence of disturbances in the digestive system, excretory system (such diseases as pancreatitis, pyelonephritis are a direct contraindication).
Also, the sample is not performed in ARVI, acute pneumonia, chronic bronchitis. As for age restrictions, Diaskintest is not held for children under 1 year.
In addition to the above contraindications, the following can also be distinguished:
- period of exacerbation of somatic diseases;
- pregnancy and lactation.
Also, during the quarantine in children's institutions, Diaskintest is not conducted.
What is dangerous Diaskintest?
Quite often, parents think about whether Diaskintes needs to be done. Can Diaskintest harm a child's body, is it dangerous?
Numerous studies have shown that this sample is absolutely harmless to the body. However, as a result of it, the following side effects can be observed:
- weakness;
- occurrence of hyperemia;
- headache;
- fatigue;
- slight increase in body temperature.
These side effects can not be called specific; they are typical for most medical drugs.
Thus, whether it is necessary to do Diaskintest to the child - the doctor decides, and the mother, in turn, should not doubt the correctness of his appointments.