Aspergillosis is a group of infections that occur due to inhaling spores of a fungus called Aspergillus. These infections are more likely to affect people with chronic lung disease or weakened immune ...

Fungal lung infections, like aspergillosis and cryptococcosis, can look like cancer on X-rays or CT scans. Symptoms such as cough, chest pain, and fever can occur in both fungal infections and lung ...

Aspergillosis is an infection caused by Aspergillus, a fungus naturally present in the environment. Most people come into contact with Aspergillus spores daily without experiencing any health problems ...

Chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA) is a fungal infection of the lungs that’s caused by Aspergillus, a common type of mold. People who have chronic lung conditions, such as emphysema, bronchitis, or ...

An invisible intruder puts the delicate balance in our lungs to the test: the mold Aspergillus fumigatus, harmless in nature, can become a serious danger if the immune system is weakened—and change ...

Aspergillus fumigatus spores are microscopic and everywhere. Most of us breathe them every day and our immune systems make quick work of them, so they pose little threat. However for individuals with ...

Histoplasmosis is a fungal infection that can cause swelling, inflammation, and, sometimes, small semi-opaque or calcified nodules on the lungs. However, histoplasmosis does not always cause symptoms.

There are many microbes in our environment; many are harmless, some perform important functions, and some may pose a threat. Aspergillus fumigatus, for example, is a fungus that can be often be found ...

Cystic fibrosis (CF) remains a challenging multisystem disorder predominately affecting the lungs, where chronic bacterial infections have long been recognised as the major drivers of morbidity and ...

There are many types of respiratory diseases, such as COPD, asthma, and obstructive sleep apnea. Smoking and exposure to certain substances are common risk factors. Respiratory diseases are conditions ...

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