What is another word for T.B.?
Pronunciation: [tˌiːbˈiː] (IPA) 
T.B., or tuberculosis, is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs. There are several synonyms that refer to this disease. Some of the most commonly used synonyms include consumption, phthisis, white plague, and the captain of all these men of death. Other lesser-known synonyms for T.B. include lung sickness, scrofula, and prowling illness. Additionally, some people may use the term TB to refer to this disease, as it is an abbreviated form of its name. Regardless of the synonym used, it is important to take T.B. seriously and seek medical attention if symptoms arise.
