A case of osteomyelitis resulting from infection with Mycobacterium haemophilum in a patient with the Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and Hodgkin's disease is described. The clinical features and response to therapy are examined and compared to previous reported cases. Mycobacterium haemophilum infection in immunocompromised patients usually results in cutaneous lesions but osteomyelitis may be the presenting feature. Tissue samples should be obtained early for microbiological examination and treatment should consist of surgical debridement and appropriate antimicrobial therapy.

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