Tuberculosis is a contagious disease. It is an infectious disease that often begins with uncharacteristic symptoms (cough, tiredness, slight fever, etc.) and mainly affects the lungs, but can also affect other organs.

In order to prevent the disease from spreading in the body and to prevent other people from becoming infected, it is important to recognize it early and start treatment with medication.

Treatment must be prolonged and consistent, as otherwise the disease may break out again, antibiotics may become ineffective (so-called development of resistance) and infection may lead to further cases of the disease.

Tuberculosis counseling tasks:

• Identification and examination of contact persons with tuberculosis patients
• Support and monitoring of outpatient anti-tuberculosis therapy
• u. Under certain circumstances, carrying out therapy and ensuring that it is carried out
• Further follow-up after completion of therapy