Condition
Aquarium granuloma
Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.Published 5 May 20051 min read
Alternative names
Swimming pool granuloma
Definition
A swimming pool granuloma is a chronic skin infection caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium marinum.
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Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.
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