Open the “TB-Covid” data, how are they different? Although the initial symptoms were almost the same
Tuberculosis is a contagious disease caused by bacteria. Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Tuberculosis can affect any part of the body throughout the body. and the most common TB infection is the lungs. Tuberculosis is transmitted through the respiratory system. By spreading the infection by coughing, sneezing, droplets of sputum released from patients with pulmonary tuberculosis. scattered in the air and fell to the ground. by those who breathe in tuberculosis into the body Will make the chance to be infected and sick with tuberculosis.
In addition to lung infections The infection may spread to other parts of the body such as the brain, bones, lymph nodes, kidneys, and skin. Tuberculosis symptoms include:
1. Persistent cough for more than 2 weeks, low-grade fever, profuse sweating at night.
2. Fatigue, loss of appetite, weight loss, thinner
3. Tired, chest pain
4. Dry cough or bloody sputum If a cough persists for more than 2-3 weeks
However, if the patient or lives in close contact with a patient with tuberculosis or a patient with a chronic disease whose immune system is not strong, such as diabetes, HIV infection Should see a doctor for a diagnosis. by x-ray to look at lung abnormalities sputum examination for tuberculosis, history taking, and physical examination
Anek Kanoksilp, director of the Institute of Thoracic Diseases, Department of Medical Services, stated that people with tuberculosis can be cured by continuing to take at least 4 types of medication as prescribed by a doctor for a period of 6 months and come to check by a doctor every time. eat nutritious food get enough sleep Exercise regularly Refrain from drinking alcohol and smoking while taking TB medicines. The drug treatment can have some side effects, such as hepatitis. a rash on the body Skin bruises, jaundice, yellow eyes, nausea, vomiting, eyesight, fog, blurred vision, tinnitus, staggered walking, loss of balance. If there is a problem with the medication, do not stop the medication. or should immediately see a doctor to adjust the medication or adjusting the type of drug to use the drug correctly and appropriately
For patients who have not received treatment or have just started taking the drug for 2 weeks, separate bedrooms. Avoid going to crowded places. Wear a mask at all times Especially when coughing and sneezing, the residential area should open the doors and windows for good ventilation. Direct sunlight, not spitting phlegm or saliva on the ground Take every pill with every meal according to your doctor’s treatment plan. And if there are any abnormal symptoms, seek immediate medical attention.
There are differences between TB and COVID-19 as follows.
pathogen
Tuberculosis: Bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M.Mycobacterium)
COVID-19 : severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-Cov-2)
Method of spreading the infection
Tuberculosis: It is transmitted through the air.
COVID-19: transmitted through droplets or through contact with secretions.
the ability to contact
Tuberculosis: 1 TB patient can infect 10 people.
COVID-19: 1 coronavirus disease 2019 patient can infect 2.2 people.
disease progression
Tuberculosis: Most cases of tuberculosis show symptoms after long exposure. 10% of infected people will develop tuberculosis (5% will get sick during the first 2 years and 5% will get sick after).
COVID-19: Patients usually show food within 1-2 weeks of being infected.
symptom
Tuberculosis: chronic cough for more than 2 weeks, bloody sputum, chest pain, fever, abnormal night sweats, weight loss.
COVID-19: Fever, cough, usually dry at first, sore throat, shortness of breath.
diagnosis
Tuberculosis: sputum examination, other tests are sent depending on the lesion organ.
Covid-19: smearing nasopharyngeal secretions or the pharynx behind the mouth
defense
Tuberculosis: There is a cure for tuberculosis infection. The latent period in TB patients
COVID-19: There is no preventive drug.
treatment
Tuberculosis: There is a standard drug regimen. in the treatment of tuberculosis
COVID-19: There is no standardized drug regimen. The drug is still in research studies.
Vaccine
Tuberculosis: BCG vaccine, where BCG vaccination at birth reduces the risk of developing TB. But it can’t prevent tuberculosis in adults.
COVID-19: In development and initially used in some high-risk countries.
Information from: Department of Disease Control
Picture from: AFP