Chlamydia pneumoniae: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Chlamydia pneumoniae, also known as Chlamydophila pneumoniae, is a species of bacteria that belongs to the Chlamydiaceae family. It is an obligate intracellular pathogen, meaning it can only survive and replicate inside the cells of its host. It primarily infects the respiratory system, causing …

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Mycoplasma hominis: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Mycoplasma hominis is a species of bacteria belonging to the Mollicutes class. It is a unique microorganism as it lacks a cell wall, making it one of the smallest self-replicating organisms known. Due to this feature, it has a pleomorphic appearance, taking various shapes, …

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