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This image shows a possible treatment plan for someone who has contracted Tuberculosis from this human pathogen.

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This image shows what a TB skin test will look like if one has contracted Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis is a bacteria that can be contracted when exposed to anyone already affected, but is more likely to affect those who live with an individual or are around the individual most of the time rather than a stranger giving it to them. This bacteria leads to what we know as Tuberculosis. Symptoms vary from person to person, but they are all very serious and affect your daily activities negatively. Around 1.8 billion people in the US are affected by this bacteria yearly. There are many forms of medications used to treat this bacteria, but it can easily affect someone more if medication is stopped before it is complete. This bacteria is one to take very seriously as it can have extreme consequences.

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This image demonstrates some of the most common symptoms when one has contracted the bacteria, Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

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This image demonstrates how Mycobacterium tuberculosis can be transferred from one person to another.

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This is an x-ray of someone who has been affected by the human pathogen known as Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

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The amount of time one must take medications to treat Tuberculosis depends on the age of the person, his or her overall health, possible drug resistance, and the infection's location in the person's body at the time of treatment.

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Once contracted, how can an individual be treated for this bacteria?

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Once contracted, how can an individual be treated for this bacteria?

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Treatment includes antibiotics for 6-9 months and sometimes special therapy to add onto the medication.

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Who is most likely to contract Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

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Who is most likely to contract Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

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Anyone who travels to places such as Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia, Russia, Latin America, and the Caribbean Islands, where TB is common are likely to contract this disease. Also tobacco users are at greater risk. Healthcare workers are at a great risk to contract TB as well.

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How can the contraction of Mycobacterium tuberculosis be prevented?

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How can the contraction of Mycobacterium tuberculosis be prevented?

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For anyone who must be close to someone with Tuberculosis, masks and gloves should be used. A ventilating room is also a good thing to have in this situation. Medications can be taken to reduce the risk of developing active TB. Vaccines are an excellent form of prevention as well.

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What disease is caused by this pathogen?

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What disease is caused by this pathogen?

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Tuberculosis

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis