All of the following statements are true regarding cervicofacial actinomycosis, EXCEPT_____________?
- The discharging pus contains visible sulphur granules
- 110-20% of actinomycosis cases occur in cervicofacial region
- Cultures on blood agar often produce a typical molar tooth morphology
- There is usually history of trauma such as tooth extraction or a blow to the jaw
Explanation
Cervicofacial actinomycosis is an uncommon but fascinating infection of the head and neck.
Approximately 60% of actinomycosis infections are associated with the face and neck (cervicofacial actinomycosis)
although it can occur in the thoracic (15%) and abdominal (20%)
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ND11-12-2022
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