How does infection with Tuberculosis {TB} affect the HIV / AIDS scenario?
A tuberculosis bacterium is a strong drug resistant microorganism. It kills nearly 30 lakhs people globally, of whom nearly 50 percent are Asians. The rapid spread of HIV in the region has further complicated the already serious situation. TB is the commonest life-threatening opportunistic infection among people living with HIV in India, and the incidence of TB has now begun to increase, particularly in areas where HIV prevalence is high. Multi-drug resistant TB is also quite common in many areas. TB shortens the survival of patients with HIV infection and accelerates the progression of HIV to AIDS. Effective treatment not only prolongs the survival of patients living with HIV but also improves their quality of life.
A tuberculosis bacterium is a strong drug resistant microorganism. It kills nearly 30 lakhs people globally, of whom nearly 50 percent are Asians. The rapid spread of HIV in the region has further complicated the already serious situation. TB is the commonest life-threatening opportunistic infection among people living with HIV in India, and the incidence of TB has now begun to increase, particularly in areas where HIV prevalence is high. Multi-drug resistant TB is also quite common in many areas. TB shortens the survival of patients with HIV infection and accelerates the progression of HIV to AIDS. Effective treatment not only prolongs the survival of patients living with HIV but also improves their quality of life.
