A few weeks ago, we wrote about a positive test for latent tuberculosis and treating that infection with antibiotics. On the heels of that column, we received some follow-up questions from readers.

Different circumstances can require the need for a rapid placement in Assisted Living or Memory Care. One common hold-up can be getting a TB test. Here is what you need to know. Circumstances can ...

The first year of a baby’s life is full of rapid changes and exciting milestones. Babies grow really fast during this time; most double their birth weight by around 6 months, and triple it by the time ...

What is the role of the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) process in the diagnosis of abdominal tuberculosis (TB) and in differentiating it from Crohn's disease? Tuberculosis may involve any part of the ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Berhanu RH, et al. Clin Infect Dis. 2022;doi:10.1093/cid/ciac965. “The ...

Medicare Part B may cover the costs of a purified protein derivative (PPD) test if your healthcare professional deems it necessary to diagnose tuberculosis (TB) due to existing symptoms. A PPD test ...