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Is spinal tuberculosis infectious ?

Is T.B in the spine is infectious to others while caring for a patient? Is T.B in the spine is infectious to others while caring for a patient?
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Tuberculosis of chest is infectious & can spread from one person to another .But as far as TB of spine is concerned it is not infectious or does not get transferred from one person to another.
Please don't worry.
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