Mycobacterium tortoiseii infection

The disease caused by mycodacterium chelonei infection is similar to that of sporadic mycobacteria, so it is often called sporadic mycobacteria. The pathogenesis is unclear. It mainly causes lung and skin wound infections. When cultured on a medium at 37 ° C for 2 to 5 days, smooth or rough colonies grow, and can produce aromatic sulfatase. Nitrate reduction test and iron absorption test are negative. You can diagnose. It is sensitive to erythromycin, cephalosporins and tetracyclines.