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Tuberculosis: Definition and Classification by shylajathomas33 is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Tuberculosis is a contagious bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis that primarily affects the lungs. It is classified based on the anatomical site of disease, history of previous treatment, drug resistance, and HIV status. Diagnosis involves medical history, physical exam, tuberculin skin test, chest X-ray, sputum culture, and drug susceptibility testing. Treatment consists of a multi-drug regimen over a long period to prevent drug resistance.
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