Longitudinal analysis shows increased asthma incidence in tuberculosis survivors, indicating potential health implications.
Summary Box Adult TB survivors have a 26% higher risk of incident asthma than matched controls. Older age, female sex, obesity, heavy smoking and COPD are key risk factors.
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