Name:Afrin tabassum
Group:3
Semester:3
Prevention
against diseases
Tuberculosis (TB) is a significant public health concern in
Bangladesh. It’s primarily caused by the bacterium
Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Occurance in Factors contributing to its occurrence include overcrowded
Bangladesh living conditions, poor ventilation, poverty, malnutrition,
and limited access to healthcare.
TB primarily affects the lungs (pulmonary TB), but it
can also affect other parts of the body (extrapulmonary
TB).
How it Symptoms of pulmonary TB include persistent cough,
Affects: chest pain, coughing up blood, fever, night sweats,
fatigue, and weight loss.
Extrapulmonary TB can affect various organs, leading
to symptoms specific to the affected area.
Those with weakened immune systems are at higher
risk, including people living with HIV/AIDS,
People most malnourished individuals, and those with conditions
like diabetes.
Affected: People living in overcrowded or poorly ventilated
areas are also more susceptible.
TB is more prevalent in densely populated urban areas
Affected with poor sanitation and limited access to healthcare.
Areas: Rural areas with similar conditions may also have
high TB prevalence
Vaccination: BCG vaccine is given to newborns in
Bangladesh to help prevent severe forms of TB in
children.
Good Hygiene Practices: Promoting proper
handwashing and respiratory hygiene can help reduce
the spread of TB.
Prevention Avoiding Close Contact: Limiting contact with
individuals known to have TB can lower the risk of
strategies: transmission.
Proper Ventilation: Ensuring adequate ventilation in
living spaces can reduce the concentration of TB
bacteria in the air.
Early Detection and Treatment: Prompt diagnosis and
treatment of TB cases help prevent its spread and
reduce complications.
Treatment for TB typically involves a combination of
antibiotics taken for several months.
Standard treatment duration is usually 6 to 9 months,
Treatment but it can vary depending on factors like the type of TB
(drug-sensitive or drug-resistant) and the individual’s
duration: response to treatment.
Implementing these comprehensive strategies can
help control the spread of TB and reduce its impact on
public health in Bangladesh.
Thank you
