Tuberculosis Infectious Disease

Active TB disease in children. Symptoms of active TB disease in children vary. Typically, symptoms by age may include the following: Teenagers. Symptoms are similar to symptoms. 1- to 12-year-olds. Younger children may have a fever that won't go away and weight loss. Infants.The baby doesn't grow or gain weight as expected. Also, a baby may have symptoms from swelling in the fluid around the brain or spinal cord, including: Being sluggish or not active. Unusually fussy. Vomiting. Poor feeding. Bulging soft spot on the head. Poor reflexes