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My husband has tuberculosis

2017-08-16 21:03:27
Can my granddaughter or myself become contagious of tuberculosis with my husband having it in lung we really need advice please help x
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Various factors play a role here.So, for the best advise specific to you, I need to know some important medical history.Hence i suggest you to consult me online instantly for this.

Answered2017-08-17 08:12:40

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