Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection that most commonly affects the lungs. It spreads through the air when a person with active lung TB coughs or sneezes.
Symptoms to watch for
A cough lasting two weeks or more, fever that tends to rise in the evening, unexplained weight loss, loss of appetite, night sweats, chest pain, or blood in the sputum.
Diagnosis
Evaluation usually includes a clinical assessment, chest imaging and sputum testing. Modern molecular tests can also detect resistance to standard medicines.
Completing treatment matters
TB treatment continues for several months. Stopping early, even when you feel better, is the main reason drug resistance develops. Regular follow-up ensures the treatment is working and side effects are managed.
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