Tuberculosis Flashcard

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What part of the body does Tuberculosis mainly affect?

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The lungs.

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What causes Tuberculosis?

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Mycobacterium.

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How does Tuberculosis spread?

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From someone infected sneezing or coughing in the air around you.

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What are the treatments of Tuberculosis?

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Antibiotics.

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True or false: People with inactive Tuberculosis are contagious.

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False.

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Define Tuberculosis.

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A contagious bacterial infection primarily affecting the lungs, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

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What is the role of Mycobacterium in Tuberculosis?

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the bacterium that causes Tuberculosis.

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List common symptoms of Tuberculosis.

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Coughing, chest pain, weight loss, fever, and night sweats.

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What is the difference between active and inactive Tuberculosis?

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Active Tuberculosis shows symptoms and is contagious, while inactive Tuberculosis has no symptoms and is not contagious.

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How can Tuberculosis be diagnosed?

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Through skin tests, blood tests, chest X-rays, and sputum tests.