Pulmonary Tuberculosis

Pulmonary tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It primarily affects the lungs, but can affect other organs as well.

Tuberculosis is spread through airborne droplets from coughing, sneezing or talking. Once in the lungs, mycobacteria multiply, causing inflammation and the formation of characteristic tuberculous tubercles. This leads to damage to the lung tissue.

Symptoms of pulmonary tuberculosis:

1. Prolonged cough with sputum, sometimes blood

2. Chest pain

3. Weakness and fatigue

4. Loss of appetite and weight

5. Fever and night sweats

For diagnosis, a chest x-ray, sputum analysis and tuberculin test are performed. Treatment includes taking anti-tuberculosis drugs.

It is important to promptly identify and treat pulmonary tuberculosis in order to prevent further damage to the lung tissue and the spread of infection. Vaccination and adherence to preventive measures help control this dangerous disease.