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Actinomycosis

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Actinomycosis

Actinomycosis is a long-term(chronic) bacterial infection that commonly affects the face and neck.Actinomycosis is usually caused by an anaerobic bacteria called Actinomyces israelii, which is a common and normally not ...

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Actinomycosis is usually caused by an anaerobic bacteria called Actinomyces israelii, which is a common and normally ...

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Treatment of actinomycosis usually requires antibiotics for several months to a year. Surgical drainage of the lesion...

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Maintain good oral hygiene. See your dentist regularly.

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Call your health care provider if you develop any of the symptoms of this disorder. Beginning treatment promptly help...

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