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Actinomycosis - Treatment

Alternative Names

Lumpy jaw

Treatment:

Treatment of actinomycosis usually requires antibiotics for several months to a year. Surgical drainage of the lesion may be needed.

Expectations (prognosis):

With treatment, you should recover fully.

Complications:

Meningitis can develop from this infection.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you develop any of the symptoms of this disorder. Beginning treatment promptly helps quicken the recovery.

Actinomycosis (lumpy jaw)

Reviewed last on: 11/1/2007
Kenneth M. Wener, M.D., Department of Infectious Diseases, Lahey Clinic, Burlington, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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