TB in Children

Question 1

Children at high Risk?

Answer 1

1. Malnourished
2. Immunosuppresssd (HIV/AIDS) children
3. Kids <5 years of age are at increased risk of Pulmonary TB

Question 2

TB infection in children can be effectively prevented by:

Answer 2

1. Diagnosis and treating adults/adolescent patients with Infectious TB early.
2. Strengthening TB infection control practices in congregate settings and household.

Question 3

Diagnosis of TB in Children

Answer 3

1.Clinical presentation
. ≥ 2 week history of cough or wheeze
 Persistent fever
 Weight loss
Failure to thrive, and difficulty gaining weight may occur.
 Unusual fatigue
 Physical signs suggestive of TB e.g. enlarged lymph glands and night sweat.

2. Chest x-ray