Some forms of M. tuberculosis are very difficult-or even impossible-to treat with antibiotics.

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This statement is true. Some forms of M. tuberculosis, such as multi-drug resistant (MDR-TB) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR-TB) strains, are resistant to many of the antibiotics that are commonly used to treat tuberculosis. This makes them very difficult to treat and can lead to longer treatment times, increased risk of complications, and poorer outcomes.

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