Video - Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Tuberculosis)
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Mycobacterium tuberculosis is a species of pathogenic bacteria that is responsible for causing the infectious disease tuberculosis (TB). TB is a contagious disease that primarily affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body. It is spread through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. Symptoms of TB include a persistent cough, chest pain, and shortness of breath. If left untreated, TB can be fatal. Treatment for TB typically involves a combination of antibiotics for several months.
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