What is Mycobacterium Terrae complex?
What is Mycobacterium Terrae complex? The Mycobacterium terrae complex, consisting of three saprophytic species, M. terrae, M. nonchromogenicum, and M. triviale, rarely causes human disease. Only six cases of respiratory infection involving the complex have been documented worldwide. What illnesses can Mycobacterium cause? There are many species of mycobacteria known to cause disease in humans. The two most widely known are Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes tuberculosis, and Mycobacterium leprae, which causes leprosy. The other Mycobacterium species are classified as “nontuberculous” to clearly set them apart. What are the symptoms of Mycobacterium Abscessus? Symptoms of Mycobacterium abscessus abscessus is usually red,...