In the 'Symptoms - Respiratory' section of our in-depth questionnaire we ask the following question about tuberculosis:
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Tuberculosis
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...indicates |
...and suggests |
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"Never had it / don't know" |
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"Probably/minor episode now resolved" |
History of tuberculosis |
A risk factor |
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"Major episode now resolved" |
History of tuberculosis |
A risk factor |
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"Current minor problem" |
Tuberculosis |
A pre-existing condition |
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"Current major problem" |
Tuberculosis |
A pre-existing condition |
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Your answer will affect the likelihoods of the conditions below.
Any answers in green reduce the likelihood of the condition.
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Tuberculosis |
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GLOSSARY
Tuberculosis
Also known as TB, Consumption or "The White Plague", tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis, usually affecting the lungs but possibly also the brain, kidneys and bones. Patients may at first be symptom-free or experience a flu-like illness. In the secondary stage, there might be a slight fever, night sweats, weight loss, fatigue and various other symptoms, depending on the part of the body affected. Tuberculosis of the lung is usually associated with a dry cough that eventually leads to a productive cough with blood-stained sputum. There might also be chest pain and shortness of breath.
Last updated: May 10, 2007
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