A member asked:

Would other passenngers be infected if pulmonary tuberculosis. on air carrier are his clothes are mixed with others?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Yes: If you have active pulmonary TB and are not wearing a special mask for tb, then yes, you are very likely infecting at least some other people on the plane and where ever you are on the ground. Put on a mask and get treated right away! TB is transmitted through the air.

Answered 6/10/2014

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