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IN the NAME of GOD

Learn about the global impact of tuberculosis, its transmission, symptoms, and mortality rate. Discover why early detection and treatment are crucial in combating this highly contagious disease.

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IN the NAME of GOD

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  1. IN the NAME of GOD

  2. Abrief overview of tuberculosis By: Bardia Danaei Teacher: Dr. Azimi

  3. epidemiology Most of infected people will never be aware In 10% the bacteria will be activated 50% mortality rate if not treated Kills 1.5 million people worldwide every year Is second only to Malaria

  4. The Pathogen Mycobacterium tuberculosis 1882 Robert Koch

  5. How it spreads • By airborne respiratory droplets (coughs or sneezes) • By saliva (kissing or shared drinks) highly contagious

  6. disease • Mostly affects lungs • But can affect any parts of the body even testicles! Nervous system Urogenital system Bones

  7. Symptoms if activated • cough (chronic and sometimes blood-tinged) • weight loss (where the name consumption came from) • Pain in the chest • Whole body: chills, fatigue, fever, loss of appetite, malaise, night sweats, or sweating • Also common: loss of muscle, phlegm, shortness of breath, swollen lymph nodes, or unintentional weight loss

  8. Thanks for your attention

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