Tuberculosis Terror is Curable

You must have heard about the “dots” which have been extensively by healthcare services to eradicate tuberculosis. It is true that tuberculosis is completely curable if complete course is done. Those who are unable to get proper treatment comprise of 60% of the population and it is a sad thing since it is curable. It therefore becomes of outmost importance that awareness be spread for its complete treatment.

Tuberculosis is a disease of respiratory system. The most early symptoms consist of coughing and sneezing. If the condition does not improve after  taking medication for cough and cold above 3 weeks then you will need to get yourself checked up for tuberculosis.

The most serious symptoms include sputum or occurrence of blood in cough. The person feels a lot of fatigue and tends to lose appetite. There is high fever and experiences night sweats. A sudden reduction in night is also observed. The bacterial infection can spread to other organs and can be fatal to death if ignored. The causative agent, the bacteria is Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is also called as tubercle bacillus.

This condition is contagious therefore it is important to keep the person in a well ventilated room. It should be made sure that room and clothing of the diseased person are washing well. The person attending the patient must wear a face mask so that he himself does not catch infection.

Those with weak immunity tend to develop TB easily. Also, the person attending must be taking care  of themselves. AIDs patients are at much risk to get infected with tuberculosis.

Children need to be given vaccines as and when required. This will boost their immunity and help in preventing tuberculosis.The complete course of tuberculosis must be taken so that it does not rebound. Even if the condition starts improving your must keep taking medication until your physician is satisfied.