Which among the following organisms causes Buruli ulcer?: (A) M. Marinum, (B) M. Ulcerans, (C) M. kansasii, (D) M. Smegmatis
Answer is B. Ans. B. M. UlceransM. Ulcerans causes Buruli ulcer.* It starts as a nodule or papule which progresses further to form a shallow necrotic ulcer.* Children (5-15 years old) have the highest incidence of Buruli ulcers, with most lesions on the lower extremities.Image: Extensive Buruli ulcer