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Pulmonary actinomycosis is a lung infection caused by the bacteria actinomyces or propioni.
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Symptoms
Lethargy; Weight loss; Fever; Cough with sputum; Draining sinuses; Night sweats; Shortness of breath; Chest pain.
Causes
The organisms that cause actinomycosis are normally found in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract, where they do not us...
Tests
CBC; Chest x-ray; Chest CT scan; Culture of specific tissue; Bronchoscopy with culture; Lung biopsy; Thoracentesis with...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to control the infection. However, many patients are slow to respond to treatment. Long-term ...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms of pulmonary actinomycosis develop. Also call if symptoms worsen or do not i...
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