Infectious Disease
Tuberculosis treatment
A bacterial infection primarily affecting the lungs, requiring a specific and complete course of treatment.
Common symptoms
- Persistent cough beyond 2-3 weeks
- Weight loss
- Night sweats
- Coughing up blood
What it involves
Confirmatory testing followed by a multi-drug antibiotic course lasting several months.
What to expect
TB is curable with complete treatment — the biggest risk to a good outcome is stopping medication early.
This page is educational information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Every case is different — talk to a qualified, verified doctor about your specific symptoms and situation before making treatment decisions.
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