Treating drug-resistant tuberculosis is challenging because the infection does not respond to standard antibiotics, requiring longer and more complex treatment with less effective and more toxic drugs. Therapy can last many months, making adherence difficult, and delays in diagnosis or limited access to appropriate care can further complicate management and contribute to ongoing transmission.
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