n.结核病(全写为 tuberculosis)

Tuberculosis, or TB, is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs.
结核病，或称为TB，是一种主要影响肺部的细菌感染。
The World Health Organization has identified TB as one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide.
世界卫生组织已将结核病列为全球十大死因之一。
TB is spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
结核病通过受感染者咳嗽或打喷嚏时释放到空气中的飞沫传播。
Symptoms of TB include persistent cough, fever, night sweats, and weight loss.
结核病的症状包括持续性咳嗽、发烧、夜间盗汗和体重减轻。
A positive Mantoux test indicates a person may have been exposed to tuberculosis bacteria.
曼陀测试阳性表明某人可能已接触过结核杆菌。
BCG vaccination can help prevent severe forms of TB in children.
卡介苗接种有助于预防儿童患重症结核病。
Multi-drug resistant TB (MDR-TB) is a major global health concern.
多重耐药结核病(MDR-TB)是一个重大的全球健康问题。
Effective treatment for TB typically involves a combination of antibiotics over several months.
结核病的有效治疗通常需要几个月的抗生素联合使用。
Early diagnosis and timely treatment are crucial in controlling the spread of tuberculosis.
早期诊断和及时治疗对于控制结核病的传播至关重要。
People with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS, are at higher risk for TB.
免疫系统受损的人，如HIV/AIDS患者，感染结核病的风险更高。