Intestinal tuberculosis is a condition when the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis infects the abdominal organs, peritoneum (membranes in the abdominal cavity), and intestines. TB bacteria can spread to the abdominal organs through blood, lymph, or swallowed phlegm. The risk of developing this disease is increased in people who have low body resistance, such as malnutrition, diabetes, or HIV. TB or tuberculosis is one of the most infectious diseases that cause death in Indonesia. TB infection generally occurs in the lungs. However, TB bacteria can spread to other organs, especially the pleura (membrane covering the lung), lymph nodes, and intestines. Symptoms of Intestinal TB Symptoms of intestinal TB are often non-specific and difficult to distinguish from other intestinal diseases, such as colon cancer and Crohn's disease. But in general, symptoms of intestinal TB can be: Stomach ache Fever Weight loss Constipation or constipation Diarrhea Enlarged liver and spleen ...