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Treating and Managing Tuberculosis

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Treating and Managing Tuberculosis

This webpage outlines treatment approaches for both inactive and active tuberculosis (TB), including medication regimens, side effects, adherence tips, and steps to prevent the spread of TB. It emphasizes the importance of taking TB medications as prescribed to ensure successful recovery and protect others.

Author:

American Lung Association

Audiences:

At Risk Persons, General Public, Health Educators/Communicators, Health Professionals, Men, Women

Topic:

TB, TB Prevention, Treatment- TB Disease

Language:

English

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