Causes of Spine Tuberculosis | Dr. Sudheer Pothu

The primary cause of spine tuberculosis is the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It can be transmitted when someone with an active tuberculosis infection coughs or sneezes, releasing tiny infected droplets into the air. If these droplets are inhaled by another person, the bacteria can enter their body and spread throughout, potentially reaching the spine.

Risk Factors: 

 While anyone can potentially be affected, some individuals are more susceptible to the Spine Tuberculosis. Here are some common risk factors:

1. Weakened Immune System: 
   -people living with HIV/AIDS, 
    -undergoing chemotherapy,
   - taking immunosuppressive medications
2. Close Contact with Active Tuberculosis Patients  
3. Living in Overcrowded or Unsanitary Conditions
4. Malnutrition 
5. Age and Gender: Children and older adults are more vulnerable.
6. History of Tuberculosis:
   -Individuals who have had tuberculosis in the past. The bacteria can remain dormant in the body and reactivate later, targeting the spine.
7. Poor Overall Health:
   -Chronic conditions, such as diabetes, kidney disease, or lung disease
   
   

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