Nocardiosis

Nocardiosis is a disease caused by the bacterium Nocardia Asteroides. It causes a dangerous form of pneumonia. It affects the lungs, brain and skin. It affects mainly people with a weakened immune system, such as people with HIV/AIDS, chronic lung disease, cancer or people who have had a transplant.

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Category:Diseases caused by bacteria
Category:Breathing problems
Category:Diseases and disorders of the brain
Category:Skin problems