World TB Day 2025 : TB (tuberculosis) is a serious infectious disease, which mainly affects the lungs. The disease is caused by bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. If you do not get treatment on time, then it can also be fatal. This is the reason that the world celebrates Tuberculosis Day on 24 March every year to completely eliminate TB. India is in those countries of the world, where this disease is the most patients of TB.

According to WHO, TB is killing two people every 3 minutes in our country. The government is carrying a target to eliminate the disease by 2025 this year. Many types of campaigns are being conducted, which is also showing the effect. Health experts believe that this disease can be eliminated by correct care and timely treatment. In such a situation, let us know the 5 biggest signs of getting TB and measures to avoid it …

5 biggest signs of TB

1. Cough for more than 3 weeks in a row

If someone is having dry or mucus cough for more than three weeks, do not ignore it. This is the most common symptom of TB. In many cases, blood can also come with cough, which may be a severe sign of TB (tuberculosis symptoms).

2. Rapid weight loss

3. Sweating at night

If you suddenly sweat too much during cold nights, then it can be a sign of TB. This can be a part of the process of fighting infection inside the body. There is a need to be careful in such a situation.

4. Continuous fever

Light or high fever remains continuously after tuberculosis is hit, which usually increases in the evening. It should not be taken lightly, as this symptom indicates infection spreading in the body.

5. Feeling fatigue and weakness

TB bacteria affect the energy of the body, due to which patients feel fatigue and weakness all the time. If you feel too much tired without doing more physical work, then it can be a sign of TB.

How to avoid TB

1. Get children BCG vaccine immediately after birth, which is the best way to avoid TB.

2. If someone has TB, do not spend much time with him and apply masks in the same room.

3. It is very important to keep the immune system strong to prevent TB. Eat food rich in green vegetables, fruits, milk and protein.

4. Keep ventilation good at home and workplace so that fresh air can come.

5. If the symptoms related to TB are felt, then go to the doctor immediately and get it checked.