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Infections from nontuberculous mycobacteria are on the rise: New blood test cuts diagnosis time from months to hours
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Infections from nontuberculous mycobacteria are on the rise: New blood test cuts diagnosis time from months to hours

by Tulane University Credit: CC0 Public DomainInhaling nontuberculous mycobacteria is common for most people. The bacteria are found in water systems, soil and dust worldwide and, for many, cause no harm.For those with underlying conditions, nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) can infect the lungs, causing symptoms similar to tuberculosis. Inflammation can cause a chronic and sometimes bloody...