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Yes, it is transmittable. A test known as a PPD, or Mantoux, can detect the presence of tuberculosis

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Can my child get tuberculosis from someone that kisses on the cheek with tuberculosis?

Yes, because it is airborne.


Can tuberculosis transfer by food?

If someone who had tuberculosis ate that food, than it could be transferred


How does one get Tuberculosis?

Passed on from bacteria. Either from a person with tuberculosis coughing on them or if they used a cup that someone with tuberculosis just used etcc.. x


Is tuberculosis airborne?

The cause of tuberculosis is the infectious agent called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This is an aerobic bacterium that does need oxygen or air to survive.


How does one get a tuberculosis?

yes. secondary tuberculosis which is more common in adult is actually the reactivation of the bacterial (M. Tuberculosis) which remain dormant in the lung after the first infection that can go back years ago.


What kind of mask is worn when someone is isolated with tuberculosis?

For TB isolation, the N95 mask is usually recommended because it filters out airborne bacteria really well. I remember using an N95 from Nirvaan Being during a hospital visit, and it fit snugly and felt super protective. It's important the mask seals well on the face. Not all N95s are equal, so picking a trusted brand matters.


What are the symptoms of minimal pulmonary tuberculosis?

Minimal Pulmonary Tuberculosis is a very contagious disease. It is an infection that involves a persons lungs. You should get treated right away if you have it.minimal ptb is this dangerous?


What disease can pass through breast milk?

Bovine tuberculosis is the most notorious disease spread through unpasteurized milk.


What is the scientific name for tuberculosis?

The scientific name for tuberculosis is Mycobacterium tuberculosis.


What is the species of tuberculosis?

i think it is the similar species of tuberculosis.


Difference between Miliary tuberculosis and open tuberculosis?

difference between miliary tuberculosis and tuberculosis


What is the pathogen name for tuberculosis?

The pathogen that causes tuberculosis is Mycobacterium.

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