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I have eaten something the remain of mouth of a person who is suffered with TB. Is there any chance that may I be suffered with TB?
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Yes Tuberculosis is a communicable disease and the bacteria may be present in the other person's saliva. There is a chance of you getting the disease. If the other person is taking treatment for more than 3 months, then you can rest easy. The chances of you being infected are minimal.
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Yes there is possiblilty.
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