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August 2023 in “Infection and Drug Resistance” This study reported a case where a 46-year-old woman developed alopecia without itching or pain on her scalp due to a cutaneous infection from *Mycobacterium abscessus*, which was resolved after three months of antibacterial treatment, resulting in new hair growth.
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August 2022 in “American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene” This case report describes a 29-year-old man who developed scalp abscesses due to Mycobacterium abscessus infection after receiving scalp injections for hair loss, successfully treated with antibiotics.
December 2025 in “Nature Communications” This study demonstrated that skin organoids derived from human stem cells can model cutaneous tuberculosis, revealing that fibrosis development in Mycobacterium tuberculosis-infected organoids is linked to the PI3K-AKT and AP1 pathways in fibroblasts, and suggesting the potential for antifibrotic treatment evaluation.
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November 2018 in “BMC Pulmonary Medicine” This case report describes the first instance of ANCA positive vasculitis secondary to Mycobacterium abscessus pulmonary disease, highlighting the complex interplay of immune dysfunction and treatment challenges.
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January 2013 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that skin and nail changes can indicate various underlying health conditions.