How much do you know about NTM lung disease?

What is NTM lung disease?

A bacterial infection in the lungs that is caused from eating too much meat.

A potentially serious infection caused by bacteria that can result in lung damage and worsening symptoms.

A virus that causes headaches, sputum production, and shortness of breath.

Flu like symptoms that can be treated and cured with medications.

The most common type of NTM is:

Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC)

Mycobacterium abscessus

Mycobacterium kansasii

Mycobacterium chelonae

Common symptoms of NTM lung infections include:

How is NTM lung disease treated?

NTM lung disease cannot be treated.

NTM lung disease is typically treated with a combination of antibiotics.

NTM lung disease is typically treated with oral steroids.

The only treatment for NTM lung disease is a healthy diet and exercise.

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