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Q: NTM (non tuberculosis mycobacteria) MAC MAI
asked by: skybluepink on October 18th, 2008
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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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kfkohio
replied on October 20th, 2008
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I found a website that may provide you with some information:

http://www.nationaljewish.org/disease-info /diseases/nts-mycobac/about/index.aspx?#wh at

Are MAC and MAI different names for the same disease?
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skybluepink
replied on October 22nd, 2008
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The imput was appreciated greatly. It means a lot to know someone is paying attention. I have checked with the NJ in Denver also the Tyler Texas site. I just wondered if anyone had this condition too? Yes MAC and MAI are the same. There are also several other sub classes types of this. Thanks again
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webskinner
replied on May 23rd, 2009
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Hi,

MAI is a strain of MAC. TB is also a strain of MAC. However, MAI is not TB. MAI stands for Mycobacterium avium intracellulare. There are several strains.
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