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Histoplasmosis is a fungal infection caused by Histoplasma capsulatum , which primarily affects the lungs but may spread to other organs. |
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Symptoms
Symptoms depend on the type of infection: Acute asymptomatic pulmonary (lung) histoplasmosis - no symptoms.
Causes
Histoplasmosis is a fungal infection that can occur almost anywhere in the world. In the United States, it is most co...
Tests
The diagnosis of histoplasmosis depends on the suspected location of infection. Tests may include analysis of the org...
Treatments
The main treatment for histoplasmosis is antifungal therapy. In the case of pulmonary histoplasmosis, this may includ...
Complications
Mediastinal granuloma - enlarged chest-cavity lymph nodes, which may compress structures such as the esophagus and lu...
Prevention
Minimize exposure to dust in contaminated environments such as chicken coops and bat caves. Wear protective equipment...
Doctor Specialties
Notify your health care provider if you live in an area where histoplasmosis is common, and you develop flu-like symp...
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