TB

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TB
TermTB
Short definitionTB - A disease caused by a certain type of bacteria that spreads from one person to another through the air. TB can affect many parts of the body, but it most commonly affects the lungs. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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TB - A disease caused by a certain type of bacteria that spreads from one person to another through the air. TB can affect many parts of the body, but it most commonly affects the lungs. A person may not have TB symptoms for years, but they can appear if the patient develops a serious condition, such as diabetes, AIDS, or cancer. TB can usually be treated and cured with antibiotics. Also called tuberculosis

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