Ramesh Kumar Ramesh Kumar Asked 8 months ago

How easy is it to catch tb?

Someone in my office was diagnosed with TB recently, and now I'm a bit worried. Is it very easy to catch, especially if you're in close contact? Just want to understand the risk.

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Aayush Sharma Aayush Sharma Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago
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Honestly, TB is airborne but it's not like you get it instantly by just walking past someone. It usually spreads if you spend a lot of close, continuous time in unventilated rooms with an infected person. Don't panic too much about casual contact.

Sneha Reddy Sneha Reddy Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

My colleague had TB last year and we all worked in the same bay, but luckily no one else caught it. It really requires long hours of close contact in closed spaces. Just maintain good hygiene and don't stress yourself out.

Nikhil Deshmukh Nikhil Deshmukh Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

My family doctor at Kokilaben hospital explained that it requires close, prolonged contact with someone who has active lung TB. It doesn't spread from sharing cups or shaking hands. If you are worried, please get a Mantoux test done at a good hospital.

Rahul Khanna Rahul Khanna Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Just keep your immunity top-notch by eating protein-rich food and fresh fruits! TB is an airborne thing, but a well-nourished body knows how to defend itself. Keep enjoying healthy, home-cooked meals and stay safe.

Sukhwinder Singh Sukhwinder Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I recovered from pulmonary TB two years ago. My wife and kids lived with me and didn't catch it because we kept the windows open for ventilation and I wore a mask. It is not as easily caught as a common cold if you follow basic steps.

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Zoya Akhtar Zoya Akhtar Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I remember feeling so scared and isolated when a family member was diagnosed, thinking we would all catch it. But we took precautions, and none of us got infected. It is normal to feel anxious, but with basic hygiene, you are safe.

Dadiji Dadiji Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

TB spreads through the air when an infected person coughs, so one must be careful in crowded places. Drink warm milk with turmeric to keep your strength up, and ensure your rooms get plenty of sunlight. Always consult a doctor if someone has a long-standing cough.

Saraswati Hegde Saraswati Hegde Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

If your immunity is strong and your lungs are healthy through proper breathing exercises and clean living, your body can often fight off the bacteria easily. It generally spreads in crowded, damp spaces. Focus on building your health daily.

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