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What is the main cause of tuberculosis?
Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria
How is tuberculosis primarily spread from one person to the next?
Through the air when people with active TB cough, spit, speak, or sneeze
What percentage of latent tuberculosis infections progress to active disease?
Around 10%
What are typical symptoms of active TB?
Chronic cough with blood-containing mucus, fever, night sweats, and weight loss
On what basis is the diagnosis of active TB primarily made?
Chest X-rays and microscopic examination
Test your knowledge about Tuberculosis with this informative quiz. Explore the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for this infectious disease, also known as the "white death" or consumption. Learn about its impact on the body and the percentage of latent infections that progress to active disease.
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