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Aspergillosis/ fungal infection of the lungs.

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Aspergillosis/ fungal infection of the lungs.

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Transmission occurs through inhaling airborne Aspergillus spores. People with weakened immune systems or lung diseases are most at risk. Aspergillosis treatment depends on the type of infection.

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Transmission occurs through inhaling airborne Aspergillus spores. People with weakened immune systems or lung diseases are most at risk. Aspergillosis treatment depends on the type of infection.

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There are mainly three types of aspergillosis:

1. Pulmonary Aspergillosis

2. Invasive Aspergillosis

3. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA)

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A fungus known as aspergillus is the source of aspergillosis. The fungus is frequently observed growing on decomposing vegetation, such as compost piles, dead leaves, and grain that has been stored. It is also present in marijuana leaves.

Even though aspergillus is something to which most people are frequently exposed, aspergillus infections in immune-suppressed individuals are extremely uncommon.

Aspergillosis can take several different forms:

● An allergy to the fungus can cause allergic pulmonary aspergillosis. People with lung conditions like asthma or cystic fibrosis are more likely to develop this infection.

● A growth (fungus ball) known as an aspergilloma appears where there has previously been scarring or lung diseases, such as from a lung abscess or tuberculosis.

● An infection that causes pneumonia is invasive pulmonary aspergillosis. There is a possibility that other body regions will also be affected. The most common victims of this infection are those with compromised immune systems. This can result from illnesses or medications that reduce the quantity or functionality of white blood cells or impair the immune system, such as cancer, AIDS, leukemia, organ transplants, chemotherapy, and others.

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The following are some typical ones to look out for:

● Chest and bone pain

● Pneumonia

● Having trouble seeing

● Urethral blood

● Reduced urine

● Headaches

● Chills

● Having trouble breathing

● Coughing while secreting sputum

● Blood in sputum

● Skin sores

● Anorexia and weight loss

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The following tests may be prescribed by a doctor to identify aspergillosis:

● Allergy tests

● Biopsy

● Blood tests

● Culture

● Imaging

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● Observation

● Oral corticosteroids

● Antifungal medications

● Surgery

● Embolization

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Mold caused by Aspergillus is difficult to avoid. Consult your provider about the best measures to take if you have a high risk of contracting an infection. Your provider might:

● For infection prevention, prescribe an antifungal medication.

● Check you for infection symptoms so that you can start treatment right away.

Your risk of exposure to fungi may be decreased by:

● Avoiding places like compost piles or construction sites that are heavily polluted with dust or mold.

● Staying away from chores like lawn mowing and gardening. Put on an N95 face mask if you could be exposed to airborne mold or dust.