Histoplasmosis - Chronic Pulmonary
Alternate Names : Chronic Cavitary Histoplasmosis
Definition A chronic respiratory infection caused by inhaling the spores of the fungus, Histoplasma capsulatum, found commonly in the soil of endemic regions, such as states along the Mississippi or Ohio river valleys.
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• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
• Histoplasmosis - Disseminated
• Immunodeficiency Disorders
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• Bronchoscopy with Transbronchial Biopsy
• CBC
• Chest X-Ray
• Histoplasma Complement Fixation
• Open Lung Biopsy
• Routine Sputum Culture
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• Asymptomatic
• Breathing Difficulty
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• Cough
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• Joint Pain
• Respiratory
• Spores
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