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Can XDR-TB be treated and cured?

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Can XDR-TB be treated and cured?

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• Yes, in some cases. Several countries with good TB control programs have shown that cure is possible for up to 30% of people affected by extensively drug-resistant TB (XDR-TB). But successful outcomes depend greatly on the extent of the drug resistance, the severity of the disease, and whether the person with XDR-TB has a weakened immune system. Early diagnosis and treatment is important.