TB-HIV co-infection

TB-HIV co-infection occurs when a person is infected with both tuberculosis (TB), a bacterial infection primarily affecting the lungs, and HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. HIV weakens the immune system, making it harder for the body to fight off infections like TB. Conversely, TB is a leading cause of death among people with HIV. When combined, these conditions worsen each other’s impact, making diagnosis and treatment more complex. Managing co-infection requires coordinated medical care to effectively treat both diseases, reduce transmission, and improve health outcomes.