Enterococcus avium

Enterococcus avium is a species of Enterococcus, a genus of lactic acid bacteria. It is a part of the normal intestinal flora of humans and animals and can also be found in the environment.

Characteristics

Enterococcus avium is a Gram-positive, catalase-negative, and oxidase-negative bacterium. It is non-motile, non-spore-forming, and occurs in pairs or short chains. The bacterium is facultatively anaerobic, which means it can grow with or without oxygen.

Pathogenicity

Enterococcus avium is generally considered a low-virulence organism. However, it can cause infections in humans, especially in those with weakened immune systems. The bacterium is resistant to many commonly used antibiotics, which can make infections difficult to treat.

Treatment

Treatment of Enterococcus avium infections typically involves the use of antibiotics to which the bacterium is susceptible. In some cases, combination therapy with two or more antibiotics may be necessary.

See also

• Enterococcus
• Gram-positive bacteria
• Catalase
• Oxidase
• Antibiotic resistance