Aspergillosis by Madison Sirivath https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213 en-us 2022-11-09 20:02:29 UTC 2022-11-29 00:14:03 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f9eb.png 6. CDC Page msiriva https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2377474683 2022-11-09 20:18:48 UTC https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2377474683 1. What is Aspergillosis? msiriva https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2398276646 Aspergillosis is an infection cause by a common type of mold. Aspergillus is commonly breathed in on a daily basis but causes no harm. In some cases where an individual's immune system is weakened or has lung disease, they are more likely to develop health problems due to aspergillosis. ]]> 2022-11-25 21:52:56 UTC https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2398276646 3. Causative Agent msiriva https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2398284686 This infection is caused by mold called Aspergillus. They are considered fungi and are commonly found in decayed vegetation, soil, and grains/seeds. This mold can be found indoors and outdoors.]]> 2022-11-25 22:20:32 UTC https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2398284686 2. Symptoms & Complications msiriva https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2398290863 - Wheezing
- Shortness of breath
- Cough
- Fever
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  • Protect yourself from the environment.
  • Testing early for infection.
  • Anti-fungal medication

Treatment
Anti-fungal medications are commonly used to treat aspergillosis.
Ex:
  • Voriconazole
  • Itraconazole
  • Corticosteroids 
  • Caspofungin and Micafungin



]]> 2022-11-28 22:03:04 UTC https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2400968645 4. Diagnosis msiriva https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2400971416 During the diagnosis of aspergillosis, healthcare providers usually take into account the patients: medical history, symptoms, risk factors, medications and physical examinations.
(If infected, doctors may do x-rays, tissue biopsies, or blood tests.)]]> 2022-11-28 22:06:59 UTC https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2400971416 10. Learn More msiriva https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2400996405 Watch Now]]> 2022-11-28 22:41:27 UTC https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2400996405 9. Check Out This Infographic! msiriva https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2401026210 2022-11-28 23:28:45 UTC https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2401026210 7. Emerging Threat! msiriva https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2401040683 In the article, "Aspergillosis of the central nervous system in immunocompetent patients in Saudi Arabia," studies have shown aspergillosis of the central nervous system is a rare disease in immunocompetent patients. And despite treatment, prognosis remains adverse in a lot of cases.

]]> 2022-11-28 23:49:31 UTC https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2401040683 8. Scientist and University msiriva https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2401059870 Mahmoud Haddad, Ph.D; University of Tennessee]]> 2022-11-29 00:13:40 UTC https://padlet.com/msiriva/y0mk1jim6pqqf213/wish/2401059870