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Atypical mycobacterial infection    See images

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Mycobacteria other than tuberculosis; Nontuberculous atypical mycobacterial disease

Treatment

Treatment of the infection depends upon the sensitivity of the infecting organism to specific antibiotics. As many as 4-6 drugs may be used to treat some infections and treatment may require 6 months to 2 years. Certain lymph node infections and skin lesions can be surgically removed. Treatment in immunocompromised (immunosuppressed) patients may require even more extended periods.

Prognosis

The outcome depends upon the severity of the infection, the resistance of the organism, the individuals immune status and, ultimately, the response to treatment.

Call Your Health Care Provider If:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms develop that indicate an atypical mycobacterial infection may be present. HIV positive individuals who develop a cough, rapid breathing (tachypnea), dyspnea or other pulmonary symptoms should see their health care provider immediately.

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