Miliary Tuberculosis (Noun)
Meaning
Acute tuberculosis characterized by the appearance of tiny tubercles on one or more organs of the body (presumably resulting from tubercle bacilli being spread in the bloodstream).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Miliary tuberculosis is a severe and potentially life-threatening form of tuberculosis that requires immediate medical attention.
- The patient was diagnosed with miliary tuberculosis after a chest X-ray revealed numerous small tubercles scattered throughout the lungs.
- Miliary tuberculosis can affect various organs, including the liver, spleen, and kidneys, in addition to the lungs.
- The symptoms of miliary tuberculosis can be non-specific, making it challenging to diagnose the condition in its early stages.
- In some cases, miliary tuberculosis can be a complication of primary tuberculosis, especially in individuals with weakened immune systems.