TB Basics
Is Tuberculosis caused by a bacteria or virus?
bacteria (Mycobacterium tuberculosis)
A cough lasting longer than how many weeks is a red flag for TB?
more than 3 weeks
How is TB transmitted by what actions?
Coughing, sneezing, talking, singing
what kind of test can you get done to check if you have been exposed to Tuberculosis?
A skin test done at the doctors (PPD test)
what organ is affected with tuberculosis
the lungs
Name a common symptom of TB
Fever, Night sweats, Weight loss, fatigue, cough
Tuberculosis is transmitted easier in what kind of public areas?
in crowded, poorly ventilated areas
Can tuberculosis be cured?
yes with the help antibiotics
TB is an airborne, droplet or contact disease?
airborne
what is a late sign of active tuberculosis?
hemoptysis (coughing up blood)
people with a weakened immune system have a higher risk of getting TB. Name one example of a disease that weakens the immune system
Diabetes, HIV, Cancer treatment (chemotherapy) and smoking.
how long does tuberculosis treatment take? days, weeks or months?
months due to the bacteria growling slowly and hiding at times.
T/F: Tuberculosis can be latent (asleep/hiding) in a person's lungs causing no symptoms?
true
When TB irritates the lining of the lungs it causes what symptom?
chest pain when coughing
T/F: Sharing drinks with someone spreads TB
why is it important to take all of your TB medication and take it every day?