Person At Fennville High School Diagnosed With Tuberculosis

I've heard of Tuberculosis (TB), but never knew what it was or how you could get it.

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After hearing that a person at Fennville High School tested positive for TB, I wanted to learn more about it so I would have a better understanding.

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One Person Tests Positive For Tuberculosis At Fennville High School

We haven't been told if the infected person is a student or staff member due to privacy reasons.

Superintendent Albert Lombardt, in a statement, talked about the steps that were taken after the positive tuberculosis test.

Our top priority is the health and well-being of our students and staff, We appreciate the rapid, seamless coordination with the Allegan County Health Department. We are following all expert protocols to ensure this situation is managed quickly, discreetly, and effectively. The person that tested positive for active TB has been treated and expected to recover completely.

What Is Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is an infectious disease primarily caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

It typically affects the lungs but can also spread to other organs, such as the brain, spine, and kidneys.

What Are Tuberculosis Symptoms

Some of the symptoms of tuberculosis can include:

• A cough that lasts three weeks or longer.
• Chest pain.
• Coughing up blood or sputum (phlegm).
• Weakness or fatigue.
• Weight loss or loss of appetite.
• Fever and night sweats

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While active TB is a serious, contagious condition, it is treatable, and outbreaks are uncommon in U.S. school settings, so there is no need to freak out or panic.

If you feel like you might have been exposed, you should contact your doctor.