Pulmonary Tuberculosis

Pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs. It is caused by a germ called Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Symptoms may include a persistent cough, chest pain, weight loss, fever, and night sweats. TB can be serious, but it is treatable with a long course of antibiotics. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent spreading the infection and to improve health outcomes. Public health efforts focus on screening, vaccination, and improving living conditions to help control TB.