Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections
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What is the definition of Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections?
Mycobacterium avium complex is a non-contagious, non-tuberculosis disease caused by bacteria commonly found in the soil that infects the lungs. The disease can also affect other areas of the body, such as the bloodstream and lymph system. Mycobacterium avium complex more commonly affects people with compromised immune systems; pre-existing lung disease, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; postmenopausal women; and the elderly.
What are the symptoms of Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections?
A person infected with Mycobacterium avium complex may have no symptoms or only mild symptoms. Other symptoms of Mycobacterium avium complex infection include shortness of breath, chronic cough, coughing up sputum, coughing up blood, chest pain, anxiety, fatigue, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite, and unexplained weight loss.
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What are the current treatments for Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections?
Treatment for Mycobacterium avium complex infection may include watchful waiting; respiratory therapy, such as nebulizers, to clear airways; antiviral medications; and antibiotics. In rare instances, surgery may be needed to remove an infected portion of the lung.
Who are the top Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections Local Doctors?
Kevin Winthrop
Elite in Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections
Internal Medicine
Elite in Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections
Internal Medicine

OHSU Hospital

3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd, 
Portland, OR 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Kevin Winthrop is an Internal Medicine provider in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Winthrop is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections. His top areas of expertise are Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections, Shingles, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Cataract Removal, and Hip Replacement.

Elite in Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections
Pulmonary Medicine
Elite in Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections
Pulmonary Medicine

National Jewish Health

1400 Jackson St, 
Denver, CO 
Languages Spoken:
English

David Griffith is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Griffith is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections. His top areas of expertise are Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Bronchiectasis, and Lung Metastases.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections
Department Of Otorhinolaryngology/Head And Neck Surgery, 
Nijmegen, GE, NL 

Jakko Van Ingen practices in Nijmegen, Netherlands. Van Ingen is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections. Their top areas of expertise are Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Lymphadenitis, Cystic Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant.

What are the latest Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections Clinical Trials?
Exploring the Impact of Mindfulness on Athletic Performance and Functional Movement in Collegiate Athletes

Summary: The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of a mindfulness training program on sports performance and mental health in university basketball players. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Does the mindfulness program improve basketball skills, body movement control, and psychological health? 2. Does the program's effectiveness differ between male and female athletes? ...

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CLArithromycin Versus AZIthromycin in the Treatment of Mycobacterium Avium Complex (MAC) Lung Infections

Summary: MAC lung infections are a growing public health problem. The ATS / IDSA 2007 guidelines for the treatment of these non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections recommend the use of a macrolide or azalide (clarithromycin or azithromycin), rifampicin or rifabutin and ethambutol. For MAC disseminated infections, several studies have compared combinations containing clarithromycin or azithromycin and foun...