There is no specific clinical data on the survival period of tuberculosis, which is mainly determined by the severity of the disease, the speed of development, the patient’s physical state and other factors. Those with severe and fast-developing disease may die within a few days or suddenly; those with mild disease and active treatment may reach the natural survival period as healthy people. Nodular disease is a systemic granulomatous inflammation, which is a benign disease and can be relieved with active treatment. Survival in nodular disease is related to a number of factors. In the acute phase, mild symptoms of nodular disease can usually be effectively treated with medication by a clinician. Chronic and severe nodular disease, especially when combined with damage to multiple organs, is likely to develop liver failure and heart failure, and the patient may die within a few days due to organ failure, and some patients even have the possibility of sudden death. However, it takes a long time to develop from the acute to the chronic phase of the disease. Patients need to build up confidence and actively cooperate with doctors to treat the disease with glucocorticoids and other drugs. Nodular disease should seek timely medical treatment, regular medication and regular review.