Can tb spread through saliva?
My cousin just tested positive for TB and we often share food and drinks. I'm worried about getting infected. Can TB spread through saliva if we use the same utensils?
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4 months ago
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No, TB does not spread through saliva or by sharing food and drinks. It only spreads through tiny airborne droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
4 months ago
I actually tracked this info down on a health app once. TB bacteria aren't present in saliva, so things like kissing or sharing water bottles don't transmit it. It is purely an airborne thing, meaning you have to inhale the droplets from their cough to catch it.
4 months ago
Please don't worry, it doesn't spread through saliva. You can safely share meals with your family without fear. Just keep the room well-ventilated if someone is recovering.
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4 months ago
Correct, it doesn't spread through saliva or sharing utensils. It is strictly spread through the air when an active patient coughs.
4 months ago
While medical science says it doesn't spread through saliva, it's always better to maintain basic hygiene. If someone in your house has been coughing continuously, please get them tested for TB. Better safe than sorry when it comes to lung health.