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I've been diagnosed with mac, but i don't have aids or tb, and my igg levels are slightly low. how is this treated? and how did it get in my spine?
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MAC: Mycobacterium avium complex (mac) is a serious disease that usually effects those with a weakened immune system. It is different than mycobacterium tuberculosis (mtb). Seek the help of an infectious disease expert or an immunologist.
Answered 2/2/2015
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