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Colon tuberculosis

2024-01-28 10:53:33
Is colon tuberculosis communicable ? What precautions should be taken if I live in the same house with a person who is infected ?
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Not freely communicable.. wash your hands frequently specially before eating

Answered2024-02-02 06:09:48

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No it’s not communicable

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