ENDOCRINE ORGANS AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
|
Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
|
What causes tuberculosis?
|
|
bacteria
|
|
|
fungus
|
|
|
protozoa
|
|
|
virus
|
Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The bacteria usually attack the lungs, but TB bacteria can attack any part of the body such as the kidney, spine, and brain. Not everyone infected with TB bacteria becomes sick.
Detailed explanation-2: -tuberculosis is highly susceptible to killing by vitamin C, other Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogens are not.
Detailed explanation-3: -Poverty. HIV infection. Homelessness. Being in jail or prison (where close contact can spread infection) Substance abuse. Taking medication that weakens the immune system. Kidney disease and diabetes. Organ transplants. More items •20-Oct-2022
There is 1 question to complete.