tuberculosisKK [təˌbɝkjəˈlosɪs] ｜ /təˌbɝkjəˈloʊsɪs/
GEPT 中高級
C2noun
A bacterial infection caused by inhaling or ingesting the tubercle bacillus. It often affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body, causing fever and small lesions.
After being exposed to someone with active tuberculosis, John developed a persistent cough, chest pain, and a fever, prompting him to seek medical attention immediately.
肺結核；結核病