Actinomycosis is caused by______________?

Correct answer: C. Anaerobic, gram positive, non-acid fast bacteria.

  • A. Fungus
  • B. Acid fast, non-motile bacillus
  • C. Anaerobic, gram positive, non-acid fast bacteria.
  • D. Retrovirus

Explanation

Actinomycosis is caused by Actinomyces, a branching, filamentous, anaerobic or microaerophilic Gram-positive bacterium that is non-acid-fast. Despite its fungus-like appearance, it is bacterial and is treated with antibacterial agents.

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