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[Tuberculosis--a neverending story].

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    Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global health threat, with over a third of the population exposed to Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial as latent infections can reactivate, leading to severe outcomes.

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    • Infectious Diseases
    • Microbiology

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    • Tuberculosis (TB) affects over a third of the global population, with new infections occurring rapidly.
    • Historically, TB caused widespread mortality before the discovery of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and effective treatments.
    • Despite advances, TB remains a persistent challenge, particularly in diagnosing chronic lung infections.

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    • To explore the historical prevalence and impact of tuberculosis.
    • To highlight the diagnostic challenges of TB in paleopathological studies.
    • To underscore the ongoing threat of TB reactivation and its consequences.

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    • Tuberculosis, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, has a long and devastating history.
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    • Understanding TB's history and diagnostic challenges informs current public health strategies.
    • Recognizing the risk of latent TB reactivation emphasizes the need for ongoing surveillance and treatment.
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