Tuberculosis (TB)is Usually Thought of as a Disease Affecting the Lungs.However,people

Multiple Choice

Tuberculosis (TB) is usually thought of as a disease affecting the lungs.However,people with severe TB can experience joint problems similar to those who have arthritis.Which of the following statements concerning TB is FALSE?

A) The bony areas most affected by TB are the spine and the long bones,particularly at the knee and hip.
B) Infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis is spread to the bones via the vascular system or from adjacent lymph nodes.
C) People with TB of the bone may require surgery for the joints.
D) Pott's disease is another name for TB that affects the internal organs other than the lungs.