Mycobacterium chelonei

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Definition
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Atypical mycobacterium found in soil, dust and water.

Clinical picture
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Incubation period: weeks to months. Fluctuating nodules, ulcerations in indurated, inflamed skin. Necroses causing cheese formation.

Therapy
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Rifampicin, erythromycin and cotrimoxazole.

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Incoming links (1)

Mycobacteria;

Outgoing links (4)

Cotrimoxazole; Erythromycin; Nontuberculous Mycobacteria; Rifampicin;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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