Actinomycosis is a chronic granulomatous infection primarily caused by anaerobic, Gram‐positive bacteria of the Actinomyces genus. Traditionally known for its cervicofacial presentation, recent ...
This Gram's stain description is indicative of Actinomyces species. These anaerobic filamentous bacteria are endogenous flora of the oropharynx, gastrointestinal tract, and female genital tract (see ...