Actinomycosis
Alternative names:
lumpy jaw
Treatment:
Treatment for actinomyces is long term, with 1 to 2 months
of penicillin given through a vein, followed by 6 months of
penicillin taken by mouth. Other drugs such as erythromycin
and tetracycline have been effective. Note: tetracycline is
usually not prescribed for children until after all the permanent
teeth have erupted; it can permanently discolor teeth that
are still forming.
Surgical drainage of the lesion may be required.
Expectations (prognosis):
Full recovery is expected with treatment.
Complications:
Meningitis can develop
after 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 speeds
the recovery.
Update Date: 02/09/00
Updated by: J. Gordon Lambert, MD, Associate Medical Director,
Utah Health Informatics and adam.com
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