Tuberculosis FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions About Tuberculosis
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TB Testing - How Long Is The TB Test Good For?
You've been TB tested, so you've discovered that you are TB negative. But, how long is the TB test good for? How soon will I need to undergo TB testing again? How often should I undergo TB testing?
You've been TB tested, so you've discovered that you are TB negative. But, how long is the TB test good for? How soon will I need to undergo TB testing again? How often should I undergo TB testing?
I Didn't Have the Results of My TB Test Read. How Soon Can I Be Re-Tested?
I was tested for tuberculosis, but I forgot to go back to have the results read. How soon can I be re-tested? Do I have to wait a certain amount of time before undergoing tuberculosis testing again?
I was tested for tuberculosis, but I forgot to go back to have the results read. How soon can I be re-tested? Do I have to wait a certain amount of time before undergoing tuberculosis testing again?
Does Tuberculosis Increase the Chance for Developing Lung Cancer?
Many times, lung infections can contribute to the development of other lung diseases. Does tuberculosis increase the chance for developing lung cancer? Find out the answer to this question about tuberculosis and lung cancer.
Many times, lung infections can contribute to the development of other lung diseases. Does tuberculosis increase the chance for developing lung cancer? Find out the answer to this question about tuberculosis and lung cancer.
The Complete Tuberculosis Index of Questions
Get all of your tuberculosis questions answered. Use this quick and easy index to find the answers to your tuberculosis questions. Readers' tuberculosis questions are also included.
Get all of your tuberculosis questions answered. Use this quick and easy index to find the answers to your tuberculosis questions. Readers' tuberculosis questions are also included.
Top 10 Most Commonly Asked Questions About Tuberculosis
With tuberculosis on the rise, many readers have been asking questions about this lung disease. Find out what the top ten questions are that readers are asking about tuberculosis.
With tuberculosis on the rise, many readers have been asking questions about this lung disease. Find out what the top ten questions are that readers are asking about tuberculosis.
What is Two-Step Tuberculosis Testing?
I'm moving to Hawaii where a two-step tuberculosis test is required for healthcare workers. What is two-step tuberculosis testing?
I'm moving to Hawaii where a two-step tuberculosis test is required for healthcare workers. What is two-step tuberculosis testing?
Could My BCG Vaccination Have Caused me to Test Positive for TB?
About 6 years ago, I got the BCG shot. Just a couple of weeks ago, I got the PPD / Mantoux TB skin test for a school physical. The nurse said it was positive because a 16mm bump was present...
About 6 years ago, I got the BCG shot. Just a couple of weeks ago, I got the PPD / Mantoux TB skin test for a school physical. The nurse said it was positive because a 16mm bump was present...
What is the Difference Between a TB Disease & a TB Infection?
People infected with Tuberculosis may only be carriers of the disease, or they may be contagious and suffering from its effects. The difference lies in whether they have the disease or the infection. Find out about the differences.
People infected with Tuberculosis may only be carriers of the disease, or they may be contagious and suffering from its effects. The difference lies in whether they have the disease or the infection. Find out about the differences.
Is it Possible to Contract TB from Someone Who Has A Friend Who Has TB?
I have a friend who has a tuberculosis infection. Although she's not infectious, she has a friend who has tuberculosis disease. Is it possible for me to contract tuberculosis from her since she has been around her friend with tuberculosis disease?
I have a friend who has a tuberculosis infection. Although she's not infectious, she has a friend who has tuberculosis disease. Is it possible for me to contract tuberculosis from her since she has been around her friend with tuberculosis disease?
Does the MMR Vaccine Skew the Results of the Mantoux / PPD Tuberculosis Test?
I was administered the Mantoux / PPD tuberculosis skin test on the same day that I received the Measles / Mumps / Rubella (MMR) vaccine. I tested positive for tuberculosis. Is it true that the results may be wrong because of the MMR vaccine?
I was administered the Mantoux / PPD tuberculosis skin test on the same day that I received the Measles / Mumps / Rubella (MMR) vaccine. I tested positive for tuberculosis. Is it true that the results may be wrong because of the MMR vaccine?
What is a False-Negative Tuberculosis Skin Test Result?
You've been tested for Tuberculosis and the test site on your arm is clear. You do not have Tuberculosis, right? Not necessarily. Some people have a negative reaction to the tuberculin skin test even when they have a Tuberculosis infection. Find out if you could have a false-negative Tuberculosis skin test result.
You've been tested for Tuberculosis and the test site on your arm is clear. You do not have Tuberculosis, right? Not necessarily. Some people have a negative reaction to the tuberculin skin test even when they have a Tuberculosis infection. Find out if you could have a false-negative Tuberculosis skin test result.
What is a False-Positive Tuberculosis Skin Test?
Getting tested for Tuberculosis is very important, especially if you believe you may have been exposed to Tuberculosis. However, there are times when the Tuberculosis skin test produces a false-positive result. Find out what this means and what you should do about it.
Getting tested for Tuberculosis is very important, especially if you believe you may have been exposed to Tuberculosis. However, there are times when the Tuberculosis skin test produces a false-positive result. Find out what this means and what you should do about it.
My Husband and I Tested Positive for Tuberculosis, But We Received Different Treatments. Why is This?
My husband was exposed to Tuberculosis when someone with Tuberculosis spit on him. He and I both tested positive...
My husband was exposed to Tuberculosis when someone with Tuberculosis spit on him. He and I both tested positive...
I Have Taken the Two-Step TB Test, But I Forgot to Have Them Read
I recently received a PPD test in the form of the two-step process, however, I forgot to have the second one read and therefore had to have a third one done...
I recently received a PPD test in the form of the two-step process, however, I forgot to have the second one read and therefore had to have a third one done...
I Tested Positive for Tuberculosis. Is it Possible I Had A Reaction to the Test?
Back in April of 1997, I was tested positive from a Mantoux test...is it possible that I had a reaction to the mantoux test, which gave a positive test?
Back in April of 1997, I was tested positive from a Mantoux test...is it possible that I had a reaction to the mantoux test, which gave a positive test?
What is the Difference Between Pnuemonia and Tuberculosis?
Many lung diseases and infections, such as pneumonia and tuberculosis, have similar signs and symptoms making it difficult to distinguish between them. Find out the differences between pneumonia and tuberculosis.
Many lung diseases and infections, such as pneumonia and tuberculosis, have similar signs and symptoms making it difficult to distinguish between them. Find out the differences between pneumonia and tuberculosis.
Lung Diseases Advice Column
Do you have a question about tuberculosis that you can't find? If you have a question about tuberculosis that is not answered here, please go to Lung Diseases Advice Column.
Do you have a question about tuberculosis that you can't find? If you have a question about tuberculosis that is not answered here, please go to Lung Diseases Advice Column.