Q: NTM (non tuberculosis mycobacteria) MAC MAI
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skybluepink
on October 18th, 2008
New User
This is a new forum for me, hope this is the correct procedure. I was wondering if anyone here is familiar with the NTM (non tuberculosis mycobacteria) MAC or MAI. I know it can be a side effect of AIDS but the type I'm looking for is not AIDS related. It is sometimes called Lady Windmere Syndrome after the Oscar Wilde play of the same name. It usually infects the lungs of thin framed older women who have a lowered immune system. Although it has been found in men too. It is not contagious through human contact, rather from air, soil, or water (either fresh or hot tubs). Anyone know what I'm trying to find?
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