10 Key Warning Signs Of Tuberculosis

5. High Fever

A high fever is often associated with tuberculosis. Fevers can be caused by any viral or bacterial infection. Bacterial infections typically persist for longer than the fourteen-day period viruses last. Fevers are also higher with bacterial infections like tuberculosis. Instead of improving, a bacteria-related fever will get worse as the illness progresses, whereas virus-related fevers tend to resolve on their own. A study has been conducted regarding the length of time fevers persist after TB treatment starts. Fevers persisted for an average of 11.7 days after a patient had begun taking anti-tuberculosis medications. High fevers can cause potential health risks, though it's not true that fevers over 104 can cause brain damage. The fever itself doesn't tend to be a concern as much as the underlying cause.

6. Loss of Appetite and Nausea: The Body's Silent Rejection

Beyond just unexplained weight loss, a profound and persistent loss of appetite, often accompanied by nausea or even occasional vomiting, can be a subtle but critical warning sign of tuberculosis. The body's immune response to the active infection, combined with systemic inflammation, can lead to a general disinterest in food and digestive upset. This isn't just a fleeting bug; it's a sustained rejection of nourishment that, when combined with other symptoms, strongly suggests a deeper, insidious illness silently consuming the body's resources.