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What is the difference between pneumonia and tuberculosis?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Pneumonia: Pneumonia is a general term implying acute lung airspace infection or inflammation due to a variety of causes, including numerous bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Tuberculosis is an infection by a specific mycobacterium. It can affect the lungs and also other parts of the body. It can be acute or chronic.

Answered 4/1/2018

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