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Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM)

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About Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM)

Get the basics: 

What is nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM)?  What’s the difference between tuberculosis and NTM?  What are the different types of NTM?  What are symptoms of an NTM infection?

Treatments and Medications

Current medication and treatment options for NTM: 

How is NTM diagnosed?  What is the treatment for NTM?

Living With Nontuberculous Mycobacteria

Daily living with an NTM infection: 

Living with a nontuberculous mycobacteria infection presents special challenges.  Learn more about how to cope with these challenges and find out information on support groups and additional resources.

Our Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM) Programs

NTM programs at National Jewish Health: 

National Jewish Health is the nation's leading center with a major program for the treatment of drug-resistant TB and NTM infections.

Note: This information is provided to you as an educational service of National Jewish Health. It is not meant to be a substitute for consulting with your own physician.

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