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  1. #INFANT INFECTIOUS
  2. /Infectious diseases, TUBERCULOSIS
  3. Less common having been controlled by vaccination. However, it must always be considered, particularly with immigrant workers. The disease is still prevalent in developing countries, but curable with the aid of drugs. Better nutrition & accommodation have played a large part as has {vaccination} against the disease. The disease may present in many ways & can mimic many others.
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  6. Look for:
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  8. loss of weight
  9. night sweats
  10. chronic cough
  11. exhaustion
  12. {anemia}
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  16. Seek competent medical advice urgently. Transmission of the disease is by droplet spread, or unpasteurized milk.
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