# @duchesshospital on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/C4-LtXdt15r
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/12912731-duchesshospital-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2024-03-26T08:58:46.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** The Duchess International Hospital (@duchesshospital) — https://gondola.cc/duchesshospital

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Protect yourself and your loved ones from tuberculosis with these essential Tuberculosis preventive tips.

Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious infectious disease that primarily attacks the lungs. It's caused by bacteria that spread through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, sings, or speaks. While not everyone exposed to TB bacteria gets sick, it can be very harmful if left untreated.

TB bacteria can cause inflammation and scarring in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. In severe cases, it can even lead to permanent lung damage. Though TB primarily affects the lungs, the bacteria can travel through the bloodstream and infect other parts of the body like the brain, spine, or kidneys, causing serious complications in those organs.

Also, Improper treatment or not completing the full course of antibiotics can lead to drug-resistant TB strains. These strains are much harder to treat and can require longer, more complex treatment regimens. If left untreated, TB can be fatal. Early diagnosis and proper treatment are crucial to prevent complications and death.

Remember, TB is preventable and curable with proper treatment. Don't wait! Take control of your health today. Schedule a consultation with Duchess Hospital:
Email - info@duchesshospital.com
Call - +2347080670806, +23414488840
Walk In - 22a, Joel Ogunnaike Street, Ikeja GRA, Lagos

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