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Miliary tuberculosis after 7 years of recovering from pulmonary tuberculosis

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Mr. Giap, 70, developed a fever, productive cough, and shortness of breath 7 years after recovering from pulmonary tuberculosis, and was diagnosed with miliary tuberculosis – a severe form of tuberculosis where bacteria spread through the bloodstream.

4 habits for a clean bedroom to reduce the risk of respiratory illness

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Regular vacuuming and floor cleaning, ensuring proper ventilation, maintaining appropriate humidity, and eliminating mold in the bedroom can help protect the respiratory tract.

High blood pressure at 20

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Hai Duyen, 28, discovered she had high blood pressure early, but neglected monitoring and treatment until she needed vaccinations.

Father contracts adenovirus while caring for sick children

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After a week of caring for his two children infected with adenovirus, Mr. Tien, 39, developed a 41-degree Celsius fever, contracting the illness along with purulent tonsillitis and bronchitis.