"What Kind of Disease is Bone Tuberculosis?"

Tuberculosis is a destructive lesion caused by the invasion of Mycobacterium tuberculosis into bones or joints, requiring timely examination in formal hospitals and adherence to doctor's instructions for selecting appropriate treatment methods.

Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection:

The invasion of Mycobacterium tuberculosis into bones or joints leads to destruction of bone and joint tissues. This infection is usually secondary to pulmonary tuberculosis or tuberculous lesions in other parts of the body. After the tuberculosis infection in the lungs, the bacilli spread throughout the body's systems, including the skeletal system, via the bloodstream. Bone tuberculosis mostly occurs in bones or joints that bear heavy loads, undergo frequent movements, and are prone to strain. Among them, the spine is the most commonly affected area, followed by joints such as the hip, knee, foot, elbow, and hand. The affected areas experience pain, which is often inconspicuous in the early stages but becomes evident after activity. As the disease progresses, the pain may intensify, particularly at night or during changes in body position, necessitating prompt imaging, tuberculosis culture, and histopathological examinations in formal hospitals.

Treatment involves administering drugs such as Ethambutol Tablets, Rifampicin Tablets, and Isoniazid Tablets under the guidance of a physician.