Children's Patient Information Sheet Treatment of Tuberculosis Disease (Pulmonary and Extrapulmonary) - Iowa

Children's Patient Information Sheet Treatment of Tuberculosis Disease (Pulmonary and Extrapulmonary) is a legal document that was released by the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services - a government authority operating within Iowa.

FAQ

Q: What is tuberculosis (TB) disease?
A: Tuberculosis (TB) disease is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It mainly affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body.

Q: What are the symptoms of TB disease?
A: Symptoms of TB disease may include coughing, chest pain, fatigue, weight loss, night sweats, and fever.

Q: How is TB disease treated?
A: TB disease is usually treated with a combination of antibiotics for about six to nine months.

Q: Is TB disease contagious?
A: Yes, TB disease is contagious and can be spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

Q: How can TB disease be prevented?
A: TB disease can be prevented by getting vaccinated with the bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine and by taking precautions such as practicing good hygiene and avoiding close contact with infected individuals.

Q: Is TB disease common in Iowa?
A: TB disease is relatively rare in Iowa, but cases can occur, especially among high-risk populations such as those with weakened immune systems or those who have recently traveled to areas with high TB rates.