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Pathogenesis of
Tuberculosis (TB)
Infection
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than 65 years have a better prognosis compared to children, adolescents, young adults, and the elderly
because they have a lower risk of tissue necrosis.
In general, hypersensitivity develops during the three-to-eight week period after infection, signaling the action of
cellular immunity and control of the infection. At this time, a skin test reaction will be positive indicating latent
infection exists. However, as previously stated, in high risk groups, progression of disease to cavitation in the lung
and hematogenous dissemination are likely to occur.
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