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Meeting person with Tuberculosis

2020-10-05 09:42:27
My friend is suffering from Tuberculosis from last 2 months and is under medication too. Can I meet him? Is there a possibility of getting the disease transmitted through a hug even if wear masks?
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With protective measures the risk is minimal as it depends on cough status @ symptoms of d patient

Answered2020-10-05 10:20:37

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