Can Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis be Cured?
Yes
Curable with appropriate and consistent treatment; requires adherence to medication
What is Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis?
Extrapulmonary tuberculosis refers to tuberculosis that affects organs other than the lungs. Treatment is similar to pulmonary tuberculosis and involves a combination of antibiotics.
Clinical Aspects
Characteristics
Tuberculosis affecting organs outside the lungs
Symptoms
Symptoms depend on the affected organ
Diagnosis
Clinical evaluation, imaging, laboratory tests
Prognosis
Variable, depends on affected organs
Complications
Organ damage, complications from untreated TB
Etiology and Treatment
Causes
Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection
Treatments
Antituberculosis medications, sometimes surgery
Prevention
Antituberculosis medications, sometimes surgery
Public Health and Patient Perspectives
Epidemiology
Global, affects various organs
Patient Perspectives
Early detection and comprehensive TB treatment
For personalized advice and care, always seek the assistance of healthcare professionals. This information is meant for general understanding and not as a replacement for professional medical advice.
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