Tuberculosis, often called TB, is passed by coughing, which sends germs through the air to another person. Fortunately, TB is usually curable with proper treatment.
Non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections, which can be picked up from the air, water, soil, or open wounds, can be treatable and often cured.
Because you might not notice any symptoms for weeks or even months after being infected, early diagnosis and treatment are key to preventing tuberculosis and related infections from spreading to others.
Our infectious disease and lung specialists work side-by-side to diagnose and treat the following conditions:
Symptoms of active tuberculosis can include cough, weight loss, night sweats, shortness of breath and/or fevers. Sometimes, after infection, there are no symptoms at all, and the infection stays inactive (or latent).
Non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection symptoms can include coughing, fatigue, fever, night sweats, skin lumps or open sores. Like TB, these infections may take weeks or months to show symptoms.
You can treat and, in many cases, cure mycobacterial disease. That's why it is so important to get tested. We conduct a thorough exam and diagnostic tests to get an accurate diagnosis. This may include:
From your first appointment, we work to assess your condition, understand your needs and get you the most convenient and efficient therapy as soon as possible. We also work closely with public health teams to help prevent the spread of infection and ensure that you and your family stay safe and healthy.
Your test results will help us decide how to treat tuberculosis and similar infections. Treatment might include a strong course of multiple antibiotics that can last four months or more. At times, surgery to remove infected material or intravenous antibiotics given at home is necessary.
We test the Mycobacterium germ in our lab to determine which antibiotics work best. We then carefully monitor how well the antibiotics are working, monitor your safety and determine how your infection is improving.
Treating latent (inactive) tuberculosis is important because it almost completely prevents active tuberculosis in the future. This treatment is simpler than treating active infections. It usually involves one or two oral antibiotics and is available at our hospital and in our outpatient clinics.
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