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actinomycosis - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Actinomycosis is a long-term (chronic) bacterial infection that commonly affects the face and neck. ...
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Causes of actinomycosis (Source: MedLinePlus)
Causes Actinomycosis is usually caused by an anaerobic bacteria called Actinomyces israelii , which is a common and normally not disease-causing (nonpathogenic) organism found in the nose and throat. Because of the bacteria's normal location in the nose and throat, actinomycosis most commonly appears in the face and neck. However, the infection can sometimes occur in the chest ( pulmonary actinomycosis ), abdomen, pelvis, or other areas of the body. The infection is not contagious. Symptoms occ ...
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Symptoms of actinomycosis (Source: MedLinePlus)
Symptoms Draining sores in the skin, especially on the chest wall from lung infection with Actinomyces ; Fever; Minimal or no pain; Swelling or a hard, red to reddish-purple lump on the face or upper neck; Weight loss; See also: Neck lumps ...
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actinomycosis - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
Treatment Treatment of actinomycosis usually requires antibiotics for several months to a year. Surgical drainage or removal of the lesion may be needed. If the condition is related to an IUD, the device must be removed. ...
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