Mycobacterial infections are caused by a bacteria belongs to the family of Mycobacteriums. Infections by these organims are usually difficult to diagnose, treat or prevent.

 

Main members of this group of bacteria are:

 

Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB)

 

Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC)

 

Mycobacterium ulcerans (Bairnsdale ulcer)

 

Mycobacterium leprae (Leprosy disease)

 

Mycobacterium marinum (Aquarium cleaner's infection)

 

Mycobacterium abscessus (Severe prolonged skin infections)

 

Mycobacterium chelonae

Mycobacterium fortuitum

Mycobacterium Kansasii