Can female kidney tuberculosis infect husband

Female renal tuberculosis is usually not transmitted to spouses through daily contact, but there are very few special circumstances where transmission may occur. Renal tuberculosis is a type of extrapulmonary tuberculosis, and the pathogen is mainly excreted through urine. Its infectivity is much lower than that of pulmonary tuberculosis. The concentration of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in the urine of renal tuberculosis patients is low, and the urinary system has a natural barrier function. Daily sharing of utensils, clothing, or skin contact is unlikely to cause infection. Normal sexual contact between spouses, such as hugging and shaking hands, carries extremely low risks and there is no need to worry excessively. Maintaining personal hygiene habits such as washing hands after use and regularly disinfecting toilets can further reduce potential risks. When a spouse has severe immune dysfunction or an open wound in the urinary system, there is theoretically a possibility of transmission through sexual contact or shared bathroom equipment. This situation requires avoiding direct contact with the patient's urine and taking protective measures if necessary. If a spouse experiences long-term symptoms of tuberculosis such as low-grade fever, frequent urination, and urgency, they should promptly undergo a tuberculin test and imaging examination. Patients with renal tuberculosis should use anti tuberculosis drugs such as isoniazid, rifampicin, and pyrazinamide in a standardized manner, and regularly check urine tuberculosis bacterial culture during treatment. It is recommended that spouses pay attention to their own health status, maintain a regular schedule and balanced diet to enhance their immunity. Pay attention to ventilation and air exchange in the living environment. Patients' underwear should be washed separately and boiled for disinfection to avoid close contact with immunocompromised individuals.