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There are two kinds of tests used to detect TB bacteria in the body: 1. The TB skin test (TST). 2. The TB blood tests. (A positive TB skin test or TB blood test only tells that a person has been infected with TB bacteria. It does not tell whether the person has latent TB infection (LTBI) or has progRead more
There are two kinds of tests used to detect TB bacteria in the body:
1. The TB skin test (TST).
2. The TB blood tests.
(A positive TB skin test or TB blood test only tells that a person has been infected with TB bacteria. It does not tell whether the person has latent TB infection (LTBI) or has progressed to TB disease.)
3. Chest x-ray.
4. Sample of sputum, are needed to see whether the person has TB disease.
Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious illness that mainly affects the lungs. The germs that cause tuberculosis are a type of bacteria. The clinical features of TB can vary depending on the stage of the disease. Here are some common clinical features of active TB disease: - Malaise - Weight loss - Fever - NRead more
Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious illness that mainly affects the lungs. The germs that cause tuberculosis are a type of bacteria. The clinical features of TB can vary depending on the stage of the disease. Here are some common clinical features of active TB disease:
– Malaise
– Weight loss
– Fever
– Night sweats
– Cough
– Coughing up blood or mucus
– Chest pain
– Pain with breathing or coughing
– Not wanting to eat
– Tiredness
– Not feeling well in general
It’s important to note that these symptoms can also be caused by other illnesses, so it’s important to see a doctor if you are experiencing any of these symptoms.
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