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LIVING WELL WITH NTM
Who Gets NTM?
About 50,000 to 90,000 people with NTM in the US have NTM lung
disease. It’s more common in older adults. NTM can affect any age
group. NTM lung infections can become chronic and require ongoing
treatment. Severe NTM lung disease can effect a person’s quality of life.
Death directly related to NTM lung disease is uncommon.
This guide is about NTM and its effect on lung health. Skin, bones, or
lymph nodes can also be affected by NTM organisms.
Get the Facts
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• About 50,000 to 90,000 people in the US have NTM lung disease.
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• NTM cases are increasing by 8% every year in older persons.
Every year 12,000 to 18,000 people in the US are diagnosed with NTM lung
infection.
Most people who get NTM also have chronic lung infection.