Tuberculosis (TB)
Tuberculosis (TB)
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Overview
Overview
Tuberculosis is a disease caused by germs that are spread from person to person through the air. It is caused by a germ called Mycobacterium tuberculosis.Â
The disease usually affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body, such as the spine, the brain, and even the kidneys.
It can be fatal if not treated properly.
Symptoms of Tuberculosis include;
Symptoms of Tuberculosis include;
A cough that lasts for about 2 to 3 weeks
Coughing up blood
Unexplained weightloss
Night sweats (drenching)
Weakness / Fatigue
Fever and Chills
How does Tuberculosis spread?
How does Tuberculosis spread?
Tuberculosis can be spread through the air from one person to another. When a person with active TB disease in the lungs or throat coughs, sneezes, speaks, or spits, the TB germs are put in the air.
Who is at Risk?
Who is at Risk?
Tuberculosis can be spread through the air from one person to another. When a person with active TB disease in the lungs or throat coughs, sneezes, speaks, or spits, the TB germs are put in the air.
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