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TB

Overview

Tuberculosis (TB) is a potentially serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It primarily affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body, such as the kidneys, spine, and brain. TB spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes, releasing tiny infectious droplets that can be inhaled by others.

Causes

Some common causes and risk factors for TB include:

  • Close Contact with an Infected Person
  • Weak Immune System
  • Overcrowded and Poorly Ventilated Environments
  • Substance Abuse
  • Malnutrition
  • Age
  • Travel or Migration to High TB Burden Areas
  • Healthcare Settings
  • Drug Resistance
  • Genetic Factors
  • Symptoms

    The symptoms of tuberculosis (TB) can vary depending on whether the infection is latent (inactive) or active.

    Latent TB Infection (LTBI):

  • Latent TB infection typically doesn't cause any symptoms. 
  • Active TB Disease:

  • Persistent Cough
  • Chest Pain
  • Fatigue and Weakness
  • Fever
  • Night Sweats
  • Loss of Appetite
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Chills
  • Swollen Lymph Nodes
  • Treatment: Modern Medicine

  • Combination Formulations
  • Directly Observed Therapy (DOT
  • Drug Resistance Testing
  • Treatment: Traditional Medicine

  • Healthy Diet
  • Herbal Teas
  • Honey
  • Garlic
  • Turmeric
  • Milk with Turmeric
  • Rest and Stress Reduction
  • Steam Inhalation
  • Saltwater Gargle
  • Caution

  • Consult with a Healthcare Professional
  • Do Not Replace Medical Treatment
  • Potential Interactions with TB Medications
  • Adverse Effects
  • Prevention

  • Vaccination
  • Identifying and Treating Latent TB Infection
  • Early Detection and Treatment of Active TB
  • Infection Control Measures
  • Contact Tracing and Screening

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