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I had lung tb 5 years ago, now cured. my wife now has lymphoid tb. while caring for her, can i get tb again? hers isn't drug-resistant, but can mine be drug-resistant? since i already had the virus before?
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TB may recur: TB may recur and new exposure may lead to illness. Continue to avoid respiratory secretions, especially during the first few months of treatment. Watch for signs of fever,weight loss and pain.
Answered 1/14/2020
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