What if I had the BCG vaccine?

BCG is a vaccine for TB. This vaccine is not widely used in the United States, but it is often given to infants and small children in other countries where TB is common. The BCG vaccine does not usually protect adults against TB. You may still get TB infection or TB disease. Even if you have had the BCG vaccine, you will need a TB skin test or QFT to see if you may have TB infection or TB disease.

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1. What is Tuberculosis?
2. How is TB spread?
3. What are the symptoms of TB?
4. What is the difference between TB disease and TB infection?
5. Who gets TB disease?
6. How can I tell if I have TB?
7. How are the TB tests given?
8. Where can I get a TB skin test?
9. What if the test is negative?
10. What if the test is positive?
11. What if I had the BCG vaccine?
12. What should I do if I have TB infection or disease?