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According to the CDC "1,216 blastomycosis-related deaths occurred between the years of 1990-2010"  (Visit CDC website for more info)

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The most common treatment is the prescription of anti-fungal medication.
1. Itraconazole is prescribed for mild to moderate cases of infection.
2. Amophotericin B is prescribed to more severe cases in the lungs or if the infection has disseminated.
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Learn More: Can your pet infect you with Blastomycosis? 

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Learn More: Can your pet infect you with Blastomycosis? 

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Dr. Becker: Blastomycosis Symptoms & Treatment

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According to the paper "Clinical Manifestations and Treatment of Blastomycosis", Blastomyces can no only bypass the immune system but also convert to a pathogenic yeast that causes pneumonia and disseminated or scattered disease. Data gathered on blastomycosis cases in North America show a higher number of cases in the mid-eastern regions. (See picture below)
Citation: McBride, J. A., Gauthier, G. M., & Klein, B. S. (2017). Clinical Manifestations and Treatment of Blastomycosis. Clinics in chest medicine, 38(3), 435–449. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ccm.2017.04.006

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University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

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In the News: Blastomycosis hits Lincoln County, Wisconsin

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In the News: Blastomycosis hits Lincoln County, Wisconsin

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Blastomycosis or "Blasto" is an infection caused by the fungus Blastomyces dermatitidis. Lincoln County has historically had higher rates of Blastomycosis than other areas in Wisconsin. Lincoln County had 3 cases in 2018, 0 cases in 2019 and 6 cases thus far in 2020.

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Only about 50% of individuals infected with the Blastomyces fungus will show symptoms.

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Only about 50% of infected individuals will show symptoms. Common symptoms include:
1. Fever and night sweats
2. Cough
3. Weight Loss
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Blastomycosis is a fungal infection caused by a fungus called Blastomyces. Individuals can be infected with blastomycosis by breathing in spores that contain the Blastomyces fungus on its surface. This can lead to various flu-like complications.
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Blastomyces aka Blastomyces dermitides are a type of fungi that cause Blastomycosis. Their habitat is usually moist soil and decomposing leaves and woods .