Tuberculosis Meaning in Urdu, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Tuberculosis Meaning in Urdu

تپ دق یا ٹی بی ایک خطرناک بیکٹیریل انفیکشن ہے جو زیادہ تر پھیپھڑوں کو متاثر کرتا ہے، لیکن یہ جسم کے دوسرے حصوں میں بھی پھیل سکتا ہے۔ یہ بیماری عام طور پر ایک متاثرہ شخص کی کھانسی یا چھینک کے ذریعے پھیلتی ہے۔ اگر بروقت علاج نہ کیا جائے تو یہ جان لیوا بھی ہو سکتی ہے۔ تاہم، یہ قابل علاج اور قابل بچاؤ بیماری ہے۔

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About Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis meaning in Urdu is “تپ دق” or “ٹی بی”. It is a contagious infection caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. TB mostly affects the lungs but can also target other parts of the body such as the spine, kidneys, or brain. 

It spreads through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. TB can remain inactive (latent) or become active and symptomatic. Active TB requires long-term antibiotic treatment. With proper diagnosis and a full course of treatment, you can cure TB and prevent it from spreading.

Tuberculosis Symptoms

Common signs of active TB include:

  • Persistent cough for more than 3 weeks
  • Blood in mucus
  • Chest pain
  • Fever
  • Night sweats
  • Fatigue
  • Loss of appetite
  • Chills
  • Swollen lymph nodes

Seek medical help if you experience:

  • A long-lasting cough
  • Cough with blood
  • High fever 
  • Fatigue
  • Unexplained weight loss

Tuberculosis Causes

The main causes and contributing factors include:

  • Inhaling bacteria from an infected person’s cough or sneeze
  • HIV
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Malnutrition
  • Living or working in crowded environments
  • Poor ventilation
  • Close contact with TB patients
  • Incomplete TB treatment in the past
  • Travel to TB-prevalent regions
  • Substance abuse (alcohol or drugs)
  • Smoking

Tuberculosis Risk Factors

You may have a higher chance of getting TB if you:

  • Have a weak immune system
  • Have close contact with someone who has active TB
  • Travel to or live in TB-prevalent regions
  • Are a healthcare worker
  • Are malnourished
  • Use tobacco or drugs
  • Have had incomplete TB treatment before
  • Are a child or elderly person

Tuberculosis Prevention

You can prevent TB with these simple but important steps:

  • Get BCG vaccination (especially for children)
  • Cover mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing
  • Ensure proper ventilation in homes and workplaces
  • Screen and treat latent TB in high-risk people
  • Improve overall immunity with good nutrition
  • Use protective masks in high-risk areas
  • Regular TB testing in healthcare settings

Tuberculosis Types

Tuberculosis is classified based on its activity level and the area it affects. Here are the main types explained in simple terms:

Pulmonary Tuberculosis:

This type mainly affects the lungs and is the most common and contagious form. It spreads through coughing and sneezing.

Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis:

This form affects body parts other than the lungs, such as lymph nodes, bones, kidneys, or brain. It is less contagious but can be more complicated to treat.

Latent Tuberculosis:

In this type, the bacteria stay inactive in the body. The person doesn’t feel sick and can’t spread TB to others. However, it can become active later if the immune system weakens.

Active Tuberculosis:

This type starts when TB germs grow and cause symptoms. It can spread to others and needs quick treatment with antibiotics.

Miliary Tuberculosis:

This is a rare but dangerous type of TB. The germs spread through the blood and can damage many body parts at the same time. Without treatment, it can be life-threatening.

Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis:

This type happens when TB germs stop responding to regular medicines. It needs longer and stronger treatment with special drugs.

Tuberculosis Diagnosis

Doctors may use several tests to confirm TB and determine its type and severity:

  • Medical history and physical exam
  • Sputum test
  • Tuberculin skin test
  • Interferon-Gamma Release Assays
  • Chest X-ray
  • CT scan
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Biopsy
  • MRI
  • Urine or blood tests

Tuberculosis Treatment

TB treatment aims to kill bacteria, prevent spread, and avoid complications. It involves long-term medications and careful monitoring.

Medications:

  • Standard antibiotic regimen
  • Continued treatment with fewer drugs
  • Directly Observed Therapy
  • Special regimens for drug-resistant TB

Supportive Measures:

  • Isolation during the infectious stage
  • Nutritional support to improve recovery
  • Regular follow-up testing
  • Treatment of side effects from medication
  • Oxygen support for severe cases

Treatment for Latent TB:

  • Short-term preventive therapy (usually 3–4 months)
  • Regular health checkups

Tuberculosis Complications

If not treated early, TB can cause serious problems:

  • Permanent lung damage
  • Spread to bones, brain, or kidneys
  • Tuberculosis meningitis (brain infection)
  • Spinal TB leading to deformities
  • Severe weight loss 
  • Weakness
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Infertility
  • Liver toxicity
  • Drug-resistant TB
  • Death in chronic untreated cases

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