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Last Updated: Oct 23, 2019
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Know About Tuberculosis
Dr. Hemant KalraPulmonologist • 29 Years Exp.MBBS, MD -Pulmonary Medicine-Tuberculosis ,Respiratory Disease Medicine , Diploma in Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases (DTCD), European Diploma in Respiratory Medicine
Tuberculosis (TB), is a highly infectious disease that primarily affects the lungs. The bacteria usually attack the lungs, but they can also damage other parts of the body. TB spreads through the air when a person with TB of the lungs or throat coughs, sneezes, or talks. One in every 3 people worldwide is affected by tuberculosis.