Infection Outbreak Tied to Nip/Tuck on Caribbean Isle Mycobacteria brought home from Dominican Republic after cosmetic surgery

Mycobacterial infections are most commonly spread due to nonsterile water and/or surgical conditions, and are known to be very resistant to antibiotics. Cutaneous symptoms include painful nodules that develop into persistent, discharging abscesses. However, systemic symptoms, such as fever, may not be present, the authors warned. Patients who become infected are likely to experience decreases in functionality and quality of life, while also facing financial burdens, such as the insurance company refusing to cover the cost of care. http://www.medpagetoday.com/InfectiousDisease/GeneralInfectiousDisease/59045?xid=nl_mpt_DHE_2016-07-14&eun=g721819d0r