What Causes Tuberculosis?

Who's Most At Risk?

As for who's most at risk for developing TB, they include people sixty and over, those who are constantly exposed to tuberculosis-infected individuals, patients with the HIV infection and those who have weakened immune systems. The immune system could have been weakened by another illness or certain medications. Others who are at risk are those who live in crowded and unsanitary conditions, alcoholics or individuals who abuse narcotics, cancer patients, people with diabetes and patients who have other lung diseases. Also, people who come from countries where tuberculosis is common are at a higher risk of contracting and spreading the disease as well. Other individuals who are at higher risk for tuberculosis are healthcare workers, smokers, individuals who are malnourished and the very young.

Next, find out how tuberculosis is diagnosed.