Mycobacterium - Wikipedia Mycobacterium is a genus of over 190 species in the phylum Actinomycetota, assigned its own family, Mycobacteriaceae This genus includes pathogens known to cause serious diseases in mammals, including tuberculosis (M tuberculosis) and leprosy (M leprae) in humans
Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM) Infection: Overview - Cleveland Clinic Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) infections are any wound or illness caused by Mycobacterium bacteria, except for those that cause tuberculosis and leprosy Learn more about nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) infections, rare bacterial illnesses that can affect your lungs, skin and other organs
Mycobacterium | Pathogenic, Tuberculosis Antibiotic-Resistant . . . Mycobacterium, genus of rod-shaped bacteria of the family Mycobacteriaceae (order Actinomycetales), the most important species of which, M tuberculosis and M leprae, cause tuberculosis and leprosy, respectively, in humans M bovis causes tuberculosis in cattle and in humans
Mycobacterial Infections - MedlinePlus Mycobacteria are a type of germ There are many different kinds The most common one causes tuberculosis Another one causes leprosy Still others cause infections that are called atypical mycobacterial infections They aren't "typical" because they don't cause tuberculosis
Mycobacterium tuberculosis: The Mechanism of Pathogenicity, Immune . . . We investigate the virulence factors, pathogenicity, and diagnostic methods of this bacterium, alongside the clinical symptoms and interpretation of different types of tuberculosis, including cerebral, miliary, nerve, and tubercular tuberculosis
Understanding Mycobacterium: Types and Complexities Mycobacterium is a diverse genus of bacteria, including pathogens responsible for significant human diseases These microorganisms are known for their complex interactions with the host immune system and their ability to cause chronic infections
Mycobacterium types, transmission, symptoms, diagnosis treatment Mycobacterium are acid-fast bacilli that are slow-growing opportunistic pathogens Mycobacterium is a genus of Actinobacteria, given its own family, the Mycobacteriaceae Over 190 species are recognized in this genus 1
Mycobacteria - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics Mycobacteria comprise obligate and opportunistic pathogens that infect a wide range of hosts, including humans, wildlife and livestock Infections can either be asymptomatic or lead to clinical diseases which vary widely in presentation depending on the species
Mycobacteriosis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment - Medicover Hospitals Mycobacteriosis, a bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium species, can present with various symptoms Patients may experience persistent cough, chest pain, fatigue, weight loss, and night sweats Some individuals may also develop a low-grade fever, shortness of breath, and coughing up blood