There was a time when TB was an incurable disease. Who knows how many people lost their lives due to this disease. But today there is excellent treatment for TB. Tuberculosis, which people know as TB, is an infectious disease caused by a bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
TB especially affects the lungs, but gradually starts spreading to other parts of the body as well. The main symptoms of TB include cough lasting more than 2-3 weeks, chest pain, night sweats, fever and weight loss. If the test is done on time, it can be treated very easily. When symptoms appear, TB can be detected by doing sputum test and chest X-ray of the patient. Let us know what are the main symptoms of TB and when should you be cautious?
What are the early symptoms of TB?
According to Dr. Rishi Yadav, Consultant Pulmonologist (Yatharth Hospital Agra), TB (Tuberculosis) is a serious but treatable disease, which mainly affects the lungs. Its initial symptoms are often mild, but timely identification is very important.
TB early symptoms
- Persistent cough (more than 2 weeks)
- coughing up mucus or blood
- chest pain or trouble breathing
- Persistent fever (especially in the evening or night)
- excessive sweating at night
- weight loss and loss of appetite
- feeling tired and weak
When to be careful?
If you or someone you love has any of the above symptoms that persist for more than 2 weeks, do not ignore it. Especially if there is blood coming with cough or rapid weight loss, contact the doctor immediately.
When to get tested?
persistent cough and fever
have been in contact with a TB patient
Body is weak or immunity is low
TB can be completely cured with timely diagnosis and treatment. Caution and awareness are the biggest means of prevention.
Note: (The tips suggested in this article are for general information only. Before starting any health-related fitness program or making any changes in your diet or taking any measures related to any disease, please consult your doctor. NH does not confirm the authenticity of any claim.)