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Nocardiosis
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Symptoms & Signs
What are the signs and symptoms of the infection?
Nocardiosis often begins as a lung infection, such as pneumonia. The symptoms include:
When the infection involves the skin, there is a red bump or ulcer, and there may be swollen lymph glands. If the infection spreads to the brain, symptoms may include: