www.nikshay-setu.in TB – Understanding the Different Types Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria, Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It can affect any part of the body but most commonly affects the lungs and may lead to serious health problems. It is important to understand the different types of TB so that you can identify them and seek treatment as soon as possible. In this blog, we will cover microbiologically TB, clinically diagnosed TB, and miliary TB.
Microbiologically TB is a type of TB that can be diagnosed using laboratory tests such as sputum microscopy or culture for M. tuberculosis. This type of test is especially important when symptoms are not obvious or when other tests are inconclusive. Microbiologic diagnosis allows for rapid identification of the bacteria and its sensitivity to antibiotics. Clinically Diagnosed TB is a type of TB where there are signs and symptoms in a patient but there have been no laboratory tests done to confirm it. This type of diagnosis is usually made based on a physical exam and taking into account medical history and risk factors associated with the infection such as contact with someone with active TB or living in an area where there is high prevalence of the disease. Lastly, Miliary TB occurs when bacteria spread through the bloodstream, affecting multiple organs including the lungs, lymph nodes, liver, spleen, brain and kidneys. Symptoms vary from fever, night sweats to weight loss or abdominal pain depending on which organs are affected by the infection. Conclusion: The key to effectively managing any type of tuberculosis lies in early detection and accurate diagnosis which requires awareness among healthcare providers as well as regular screening programs especially among those at risk populations like those living in crowded areas or