World TB Day: Raising Awareness for a TB-Free Future
- Dr. Shruti Wange-Kukale
- Mar 24
- 2 min read
✍ Dr. Shruti Wange-Kukale, MBBS, DMRE (Radiologist, Trimurti Hospital, Latur)
Understanding Tuberculosis (TB)
Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious infectious disease caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, which primarily affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body. Despite being preventable and curable, TB remains one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide.
Why is World TB Day Observed?
March 24 is marked as World TB Day to raise global awareness about the disease and its impact on public health. This day commemorates the discovery of the TB-causing bacteria by Dr. Robert Koch in 1882, which paved the way for early diagnosis and treatment.
Common Symptoms of TB
✔ Persistent cough lasting more than two weeks
✔ Chest pain & difficulty breathing
✔ Coughing up blood (in severe cases)
✔ Unexplained weight loss
✔ Night sweats & fever
✔ Fatigue & weakness
Myths vs. Facts About TB
❌ Myth: TB only affects the lungs.
✅ Fact: While Pulmonary TB is the most common, Extrapulmonary TB can affect the bones, brain, kidneys, and spine.
❌ Myth: TB spreads through casual contact like shaking hands or sharing food.
✅ Fact: TB spreads through airborne droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes, not through physical touch.
❌ Myth: TB is hereditary.
✅ Fact: TB is not inherited; it is caused by bacterial infection and spreads through prolonged exposure to an infected person.
Importance of Early Diagnosis & Treatment
Early diagnosis plays a crucial role in preventing TB transmission and complications. The following tests help detect TB:
🔹 Chest X-ray & CT Scan – To check lung damage
🔹 Sputum Test – Confirms active TB bacteria
🔹 Mantoux (Tuberculin) Skin Test – Detects TB infection
🔹 GeneXpert & Blood Tests – Identify drug-resistant TB
Trimurti Hospital, Latur provides advanced radiology and diagnostic services for early TB detection, ensuring timely treatment.
How Can We Prevent TB?
✅ BCG Vaccination – Given at birth to protect against severe TB forms
✅ Early Diagnosis & Treatment – Completing the full TB treatment prevents drug resistance
✅ Good Hygiene Practices – Wearing masks and covering the mouth while coughing or sneezing
✅ Healthy Lifestyle – A strong immune system helps fight infections
Trimurti Hospital: Your Trusted Partner in TB Diagnosis & Care
At Trimurti Hospital, Latur, we are committed to accurate TB diagnosis and radiology support through:
🏥 State-of-the-art X-ray and CT scan facilities
🩺 Expert Radiologists for early TB detection
🔬 Advanced screening for drug-resistant TB
Conclusion
Tuberculosis is preventable, treatable, and curable if diagnosed early. On this World TB Day, let’s work together to spread awareness, break myths, and support a TB-free future.
📢 Join us in raising awareness!
Dr. Shruti Vange-Kukale
Radiologist
Trimurti Hospital, Latur
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Address: MG Rd, Beside Malabar Gold Shop, Savi Wadi, Latur, Maharashtra 413512.
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