Tuberculosis (TB) is an

infectious disease

that is caused by a

bacterium called

Mycobacterium

tuberculosis.

Point of Entry1) Nose and throat2) Mouth

Sites Involved1) Pulmonary tuberculosis2) lymphatic system3) Gastrointestinal tract4) Bone and joint 5) Nervous system6) Circulatory system

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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Cough

Sputum

Fever

fatigue

Loss of appetite

Weight lost

Night sweats

Shortness of breath

cough for more than 3 weeks

chest pain

pain with breathing or coughing

Blood in sputum

DIAGNOSE

Monteux tuberculin test

Blood test

Chest X-ray

Sputum Examination

(CT) scans

TREATMENT

Treatment is the most important preventive measure.

Initial Phase (2 months)1) Rifampicin.2) Isoniazid.3) Pyrazinamide.4) Ethambutol.Continuation Phase (4-6 months)1) Rifampicin.2) Isoniazid.3) Ethambutol

PREVENTION

There is a vaccine available for tuberculosis called the BCG(Bacillus Calmette and Guerin) vaccine.

Stay Home

Cover Your Mouth

Proper Ventilation