Tuberculosis
A bacterial infection that usually affects the lungs and can cause a chronic cough, fever, night sweats, and weight loss.
Also known as: TB.
Category: Infectious
Drugs labeled for Tuberculosis
10 medication ingredients list an association with tuberculosis in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Tuberculosis
The following symptoms have been associated with Tuberculosis in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Chest pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Chronic cough
A persistent cough, defined as a cough lasting longer than eight weeks in adults or longer than four weeks in ...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Hemoptysis
Coughing up (expectoration) of blood or blood-streaked sputum from the larynx, trachea, bronchi, or lungs....
Night sweats
Occurrence of excessive sweating during sleep....
Productive cough
A cough that produces phlegm or mucus....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Tuberculosis
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Tuberculosis. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
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When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for coughing up blood, difficulty breathing, or chest pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuberculosis?
Tuberculosis is a health condition described in medical literature. A bacterial infection that usually affects the lungs and can cause a chronic cough, fever, night sweats, and weight loss.
What are the symptoms of Tuberculosis?
Tuberculosis is associated with 8 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Chest pain, Chronic cough, Fatigue, Fever, Hemoptysis, Night sweats. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Tuberculosis diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Tuberculosis include CBC with Differential, QuantiFERON-TB Gold. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Tuberculosis, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.