tuberculosis (Tuberculosis) also known as TBis lung disease caused by germs MMycobacterium tuberculosis. TB will cause symptoms in the form of cough that in progress long (more than 3 weeks), usually phlegm, and sometimes bleeding.
TB germs not only attack the lungs, but can also attack the bones, intestines, or glands. This disease is transmitted from the saliva splashed out by TB sufferers, when talking, coughing, or sneezing. This disease is more susceptible to infection in someone whose immune system is low, such as people with HIV.
Symptoms of Tuberculosis
In addition to causing symptoms in the form of a cough that lasts a long time, TB sufferers will also feel several other symptoms, such as:
- Fever
- Weak
- Weight loss
- No appetite
- Chest pain
- Sweating at night
Tuberculosis Treatment
TB can be detected through sputum examination. Some other tests that can be done to detect this infectious disease are chest X-rays, blood tests, or skin tests (Mantoux).
TB can be cured if the sufferer is obedient to taking medication according to a doctor's prescription. To overcome this disease, patients need to take several types of drugs for a long time (at least 6 months). The drugs are generally in the form of:
- Isoniazid
- Rifampicin
- Pyrazinamide
- Ethambutol
Treatment of TB disease takes a long time and costs a lot. Therefore, having health insurance can be a consideration, so you don't have to mess around with dependents when you get treatment later.
Tuberculosis Prevention
TB can be prevented by giving the recommended BCG vaccine before the baby is 2 months old. In addition, prevention can also be done by:
- Wear a mask when in a crowded place.
- Cover your mouth when sneezing, coughing and laughing.
- Do not throw phlegm or spit carelessly.