It is a non tuberculous mycobacteria belonging to the group ‘photochromogens’ and is the causative factor for swimming pool granuloma. It is similar to M.kansasii. Differentiating features of
It is the group of non tuberculous mycobacteria forming Group I of Runyon’s Classification of non tuberculous mycobacteria. Features: They do not form pigment when kept in the
Swimming pool granuloma also known as fish tank granuloma is a disease caused by Mycobacterium marinum. It is a type of non tuberculous mycobacteria belonging to the group
Leptospirosis can be treated with penicillin and tetracyclin. The treatment should be initiated in the early stage of the disease to be effective. Penicillin intravenously (IV) 1-2million units,
They are organic compounds containing atleast one atom of an element other than carbon (nitrogen, sulphur etc.) within the ring structure. Eg: Pyridine
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