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Achromobacter Xylosoxidans

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) | Last Active: Mar 10 6:07pm | Replies (5)

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@christy89 Achromobacter Xylosoxidans infection in any healthy person is rare, it is usually limited to those with underlying conditions like Cystic Fibrosis. However, it is not uncommon in the environment, so it does appear from time to time in cultures. It becomes concerning if it invades beyond the outer ear, so it is wise to see an otolaryngologist (ENT) or Infectious Disease specialist if your child has chronic ear infections, or has had tubes in the ears.
Here is a case study on the matter:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468548820300783
How was this unusual infection isolated?

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An Ent specialist swabbed his ear and sent it off for a upper respiratory culture and it came back with Achromobacter Xylosoxidans heavy growth 4 days after it was sent off.