The document discusses tuberculosis (TB), specifically skeletal/bone TB. It describes TB as a chronic infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis that typically affects the lungs but can spread to other areas like bones and joints. Symptoms may include fever, weight loss, and bone/joint pain. Diagnosis involves tests like biopsy, smear, culture, and imaging scans. Treatment involves antibiotic therapy for 6-18 months depending on category. Surgery may be needed for complications or non-response to drugs. With proper treatment, TB is curable in most cases.