💊Tuberculosis Disease – Causes, treatment
Tuberculosis Disease: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention (Complete Guide) Introduction to Tuberculosis (TB) Tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacterium , primarily affecting the lungs but capable of involving almost any organ system. Despite being preventable and treatable, TB remains a major public health challenge, especially in developing countries. According to the , TB is one of the leading causes of death from a single infectious agent worldwide. What Causes Tuberculosis? Tuberculosis is caused by . Mode of Transmission Spread through airborne droplets Released when an infected person coughs, sneezes, talks, or sings Prolonged close contact increases risk TB is not spread by: Sharing food Handshakes Touching surfaces Types of Tuberculosis 1. Pulmonary Tuberculosis Affects the lungs Most common and contagious form 2. Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis Affects organs other than lungs Examples: Lymph n...