La tuberculose

Abstract

Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, or Koch's bacillus. It remains a global public health problem, particularly in Algeria. This study examines tuberculosis in general, its types, symptoms, treatment, and prevention methods. Tuberculosis poses a threat in developed countries and is receiving renewed attention for two main reasons: the resurgence of the disease due to socioeconomic conditions (poverty, migration, etc.) and the ongoing HIV epidemic; and the emergence of multidrug-resistant strains. Following this spread, it has been recognized that the tuberculosis control program and the DOTS treatment program must be strengthened to significantly reduce the incidence of tuberculosis.