| Alternative Names:
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| Mycobacteria other than tuberculosis; Nontuberculous atypical mycobacterial disease |
| Treatment:
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| 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 of medication use.
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| Expectations (prognosis):
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| The outcome depends upon the severity of the infection, the resistance of the organism, the individual's immune status and, ultimately, the response to treatment.
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| Calling your health care provider:
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| 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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