Tuberculosis (TB)
Tuberculosis (TB): Overview Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis . Most TB cases are caused by M. tuberculosis , though other mycobacteria, like Mycobacterium bovis , can occasionally cause the disease. TB primarily affects the lungs but can also impact other parts of the body, such as the brain, kidneys, spine, or lymph nodes. In some cases, multiple areas can be affected simultaneously. Types of TB • Inactive TB (Latent TB Infection) : • TB germs are present in the body but remain inactive, causing no symptoms. • People with inactive TB cannot spread the disease but may develop active TB later without treatment. https://amzn.to/4jYPtBC • Active TB Disease • Symptoms are present, and the disease can be transmitted to others. • Without treatment, active TB disease can be fatal. • TB germs become active when the immune system cannot prevent their growth. Symptoms of Active TB • Persistent...