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Rashid Khan commented on Jann Nikka's answer 11/19/2015

I have TB, I keep a handkerchief in my hand and use it for cough or sneeze, is it possible that others can get infected by handshake or other touch?

if this is the thing for hospo docs should have topl me!

Rashid Khan thanked Jann Nikka's answer 11/19/2015

I have TB, I keep a handkerchief in my hand and use it for cough or sneeze, is it possible that others can get infected by handshake or other touch?

You're the main reason I don't shake anyone's hand. You never know what's on someone's hand. Perhaps you should be in the hospital. Call your doctor.

Rashid Khan thanked Moga Deet's answer 11/19/2015

I have TB, I keep a handkerchief in my hand and use it for cough or sneeze, is it possible that others can get infected by handshake or other touch?

TB is contagious and is a very serious disease. I think you should be as cautious as possible. I would avoid shaking hands and you should wash your hands frequently, as well. Try to use a handkerchief as much as possible to avoid sending particles into the air.

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Rashid Khan thanked Anonymous' answer 11/19/2015

I have TB, I keep a handkerchief in my hand and use it for cough or sneeze, is it possible that others can get infected by handshake or other touch?

I certainly hope you have asked your dr this question.

TB is highly contagious.

Not being rude or ugly but I wouldn't want to shake your hand, there is always the what if?

Rashid Khan thanked Rooster Cogburn's answer 11/15/2015

Does a person who got TB from another infected person needs to get through whole six months DOTS program?

From what I read here, it sure looks like it. Sounds like something you need. Read this and then you be the judge.

DTBE - Questions and Answers - Active TB Disease

www.cdc.gov/tb/.../qa_tbdisea