Carrying TB Without Knowing It: Understanding Latent Infection and Why Treatment Cannot Wait
An estimated 5 to 10 million Americans are living with latent tuberculosis infection—a dormant form of the disease that produces no symptoms but carries a lifelong risk of progressing to active, contagious TB. Understanding who is at risk, when to seek testing, and what modern treatment options are available is essential knowledge for patients, caregivers, and clinicians alike. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of latent TB: what it is, why it matters, and how early intervention can p