Nlcta (pronounced “N-L-C-T-A” or “nilka”) is a genus of bacteria that includes the species N. lactis, N. brevis, and N. aquimicrobium. The name “nlcta” is derived from the Latin words for milk (lactis) and water (aqua). These bacteria are Gram-positive, rod-shaped, and nonmotile. They are found in soil, water, and milk.
The majority of nlcta strains are harmless commensals of humans or animals; however, some strains can cause infections in immunocompromised individuals. Nlcta infections usually occur in the respiratory tract, skin, or gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms of nlcta infections include fever, coughing, diarrhea, and vomiting. Treatment of nlcta infections typically involves antibiotics such as ampicillin or vancomycin.
In recent years, nlcta has been receiving increasing attention due to its role in the development of antibiotic resistance. Some strains of nlcta have acquired genes that confer resistance to multiple antibiotics. This has made treating infections caused by these strains more difficult. Researchers are working to better understand how these antibiotic resistance genes spread among bacteria so that steps can be taken to prevent further spread of resistance .