Mycobacterium avium and other closely associated organisms including M. intracellulare, and M. scrofulaceum, ubiquitous in the environment. May appear normal. Macrophages within lamina propria contain foamy macrophages. Little to no inflammatory response. Part of disseminated disease.
Drug regimens to treat as well as prevent disease available.
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