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noun (plural tuberculoses)
- (pathology) An infectious disease of humans and animals caused by a species of Mycobacterium mainly infecting the lungs where it causes tubercles characterized by the expectoration of mucus and sputum, fever, weight loss, and chest pain. Transmission is through inhalation or ingestion of bacteria.
Etymology: Latin tuberculum (diminutive of tuber, lump) + -osis (diseased condition).
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