Actinomyces israelli-Israeli Solder Flashcards
1
Q
What is the result of gram staining of Actinomyces Israelii
A
gram positive
2
Q
What is the morphological shape of Actinomyces israaeli
A
Branching filamenous rods
3
Q
What is the treatment of Actinomyces israaeli
A
Penicillin G
4
Q
What is the oxygen susceptibility of Actinomyces israaeli
A
Obligate anaerobe
5
Q
Where is Actinomyces israaeli normally found
A
Normal flora of the oral cavity
6
Q
When is infection with Actinomyces israaeli normally seen
A
Following dental work or jaw trauma
7
Q
What are the characteristics of the pus seen in an Actinomyces israaeli infection
A
Yellow sulfer granules
8
Q
What is the order of clinical symptoms seen in Actinomyces israaeli infections
A
Slow forming
1) Lump on jaw
2) Oral Abscess
3) Sinus tracts formation
