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This document provides information on Actinomycetes, Nocardia, and Streptomyces. It discusses Actinomyces israelii, the most common cause of actinomycosis. Actinomycosis typically presents as a chronic infection involving hard yellow granules that drain pus through sinus tracts. Sites of infection include the cervicofacial region, thorax, abdomen, and pelvis. Diagnosis involves identifying sulfur granules or filamentous bacteria on smears, in cultures, or histopathology. Treatment is with penicillin and sur
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- Mohamed
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