Can Ayurveda help fight the causative organism of tuberculosis naturally? - #16715

A few months ago, my cousin was diagnosed with tuberculosis, and it’s been a stressful time for our family. At first, he had a mild cough and occasional fever, which we thought was just a seasonal infection. But then he started losing weight rapidly, feeling exhausted all the time, and even coughing up blood. When we took him to the doctor, they ran some tests and confirmed TB. They explained that the causative organism of tuberculosis is Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which mainly affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body if not treated properly. The doctors started him on antibiotics, and they said he would need to continue the medication for at least six months. While we understand that these medicines are necessary, we are also worried about the side effects and whether his body will be able to handle them for such a long period. He already feels weak, and the medicines sometimes make him nauseous and tired. That’s why I started researching Ayurveda. Are there Ayurvedic treatments that can support his body while he is fighting the causative organism of tuberculosis? Can Ayurveda help boost his immunity and lung function naturally? Also, are there any specific Ayurvedic herbs that have antimicrobial properties to fight Mycobacterium tuberculosis? I have heard about things like Tulsi, Ashwagandha, and Haldi—can they help in this condition? If anyone has experience using Ayurveda alongside TB treatment, I would love to know what worked. We want to make sure he recovers fully and doesn’t suffer from long-term damage due to the infection or medicines. Should we focus on dietary changes as well? What foods does Ayurveda recommend to support lung health and immunity during TB treatment?