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Meaning of tuberculosis
A bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis that primarily affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body.
Etymology of tuberculosis
The word "tuberculosis" comes from the Latin "tuberculum," meaning "little swelling," and the Latin "osis," meaning "condition" or "disease."
The term "tuberculosis" was first used in the 19th century to describe the disease, which was previously known as "phthisis" or "consumption."
Synonyms
consumption
phthisis
TB
tubercle
infection
disease
illness
sickness
disorder
affliction
complaint
malady
pathology
bacteriosis
mycobacterial infection
scrofula
Pott's disease
miliary tuberculosis
lupus
leprosy
pneumoconiosis
silicosis
sarcoidosis
histoplasmosis
coccidioidomycosis
blastomycosis
paratuberculosis
tuberculoid
tuberculosis
tubercular disease
Definitions
- A bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, characterized by the formation of tubercles in the tissues, and typically affecting the lungs, but can also affect other parts of the body.
- * A disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which can affect various parts of the body, including the lungs, kidneys, and spine.
Usage Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with tuberculosis and underwent a lengthy treatment regimen.
- * The charity organization worked to combat tuberculosis in developing countries by providing access to medical care and education.
- * The doctor specialized in treating patients with tuberculosis and other respiratory diseases.