The Most Common Nontuberculosis Mycobacterium (NTM) Infecting Humans

Question

The most common nontuberculosis mycobacterium (NTM) infecting humans
A) M. marinum.
B) M. ulcerans.
C) M. haemophilium.
D) M. avium-intracellulare complex.

Accepted Answer

The most common NTM infection in humans is caused by the M. avium-intracellulare complex, which can lead to lung infections in people with weakened immune systems or chronic lung diseases. While M. marinum, M. ulcerans, and M. haemophilium are also NTMs that can infect humans, they are less common than M. avium-intracellulare complex.