Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affecting the lungs but can spread to other organs. Symptoms include a persistent cough that may produce blood-tinged sputum, chest pain, night sweats, fever, weight loss, and fatigue. TB spreads through airborne droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. If untreated, it can cause extensive lung damage, respiratory failure, and death. Multi-drug resistant TB is a growing concern, making early detection and consistent treatment critical for controlling the disease.
Symptoms
Primary symptoms include a persistent cough that may produce blood-tinged sputum, chest pain, fatigue, weight loss, fever, and night sweats.
Progression
If untreated, TB can spread from the lungs to other parts of the body (extrapulmonary TB), including the spine, brain, and kidneys, causing severe health issues like meningitis, spinal pain, joint damage, and organ dysfunction.
Treatment
- Herbal Antibacterials (Garlic, Echinacea, Goldenseal)
- Ginger (to relieve symptoms of congestion and inflammation)
- Peppermint (to soothe respiratory tract irritation)