What Is the Prognosis for Tuberculosis?
You can expect to keep your job, to stay with your family, and to lead a normal life if you contract tuberculosis. However, you must take your medicine regularly to be sure of a cure and to prevent others from being infected.
With treatment, your chance of full recovery is very good. The importance of following the prescribed medication regimen cannot be overemphasized. Noncompliance with the medication regimen is the major cause of treatment failure.
Without treatment, the disease will progress and lead to disability and death.