TB

TB is an infectious disease caused by the tuberculosis bacteria. The biggest effect of this disease is on the lungs. Apart from lungs, TB can also occur in brain, uterus, mouth, liver, kidney, throat etc. Let us tell you that the most common is lung TB, which spreads from one person to another through the air.


How long does TB treatment last


TB treatment takes a long time. It may take 6 months to 2 years to recover. If TB treatment is left before complete recovery, the bacteria develop resistance to drugs and treatment becomes more difficult because common drugs do not work.


What are the types of TB


TB disease is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It has two types. First, pulmonary TB and second, extra pulmonary TB.


what is tuberculosis


Tuberculosis is a contagious disease that usually attacks the lungs. Gradually, it can spread to other parts of the body including the brain or spine. Most cases of TB are cured with antibiotics but this takes a long time. Usually its medicine lasts for 6 to 9 months.


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Symptoms of TB infection are chronic cough with blood-tinged sputum, fever, night sweats and weight loss. Tiredness, weight loss and difficulty in breathing are also symptoms of TB. Therefore, if there is a possibility of TB, a test should be done.