Actinomyces and Nocardia Infections
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Where does Actinomyces normally colonize in humans?

  • Mouth, digestive tract, and genital tract (correct)
  • Skin and respiratory tract
  • Urinary tract and bloodstream
  • Nervous system and lymphatic system
  • Which species of Actinomyces is most prevalent in human infections?

  • Actinomyces odontolyticus
  • Actinomyces naeslundii
  • Actinomyces israelii (correct)
  • Actinomyces viscosus
  • What regions are primarily involved in Actinomyces odontolyticus infections?

  • Cervicofacial regions, chest, abdomen, pelvis, bones, and joints (correct)
  • Respiratory system and skin
  • Urinary tract and nervous system
  • Digestive tract and genital tract
  • What type of microorganism is Actinomyces israelii?

    <p>Gram-positive anaerobe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does Actinomyces israelii form part of the normal flora?

    <p>Oral cavity, especially in the anaerobic crevices around the teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

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