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Tuberculosis en IN
Tuberculosis en IN
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Tuberculosis
Also called: TB, consumption
Common
More than 1 million cases per year (India)
Spreads easily
The bacteria that cause TB are spread when an infected person coughs or
sneezes.
Most people infected with the bacteria that cause tuberculosis don't have
symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they usually include cough
(sometimes blood-tinged), weight loss, night sweats and fever.
Treatment isn't always required for those without symptoms. Patients with
active symptoms will require a long course of treatment involving multiple
antibiotics.
Ages affected
0-2
3-5
6-13
14-18
19-40
41-60
60+
How it spreads
By airborne respiratory droplets (coughs or sneezes).
By saliva (kissing or shared drinks).
Symptoms
Note: The information you see describes what usually happens with a medical condition, but
doesn't apply to everyone. This information isn't medical advice, so make sure that you
contact a health care provider if you have a medical problem. If you think you may have a
medical emergency, call your doctor or a emergency number immediately.