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Tuberculosis is an infectious disease primarily affecting the lungs that is transmitted via airborne droplets. Risk factors include close contact with an active TB patient, immunocompromised status, substance abuse, inadequate healthcare, pre-existing medical conditions, and living in crowded or substandard housing. Symptoms include dyspnea, cough, hemoptysis, chest pain, and fatigue. Diagnosis involves tuberculin skin testing, Quantiferon-TB testing of blood, and smear and culture of acid-fast bacilli. Tre

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Corine Fabula

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