pulmonary tuberculosis

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Definition Noun : A specific, infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis , primarily affecting the lungs. It is characterized by the formation of tubercles (small nodules) in the lung tissue, leading to symptoms such as chronic cough, chest pain, fever, night sweats, and progressive weight loss and physical wasting. Usage This is a medical term used to describe the mo...