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What are actinomyces?
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Bacteria: This a form of common bacteria found in the mouth, particularly the gums. It's responsible for many infections after dental procedures. Though it can infect many other organ systems too.
Answered 6/27/2014
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Bacteria: This is a kind of actinobacteria.They thrive under conditions that are low in oxygen, commonly seen in dental infections, lung or GI tract infections (seen together is called actinomycosis), and can cause endocarditis or an infection of the heart.
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