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Histoplasmosis
Alternate Names : Ohio River Valley Fever
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Disseminated Histoplasmosis
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Despite call for routine exams, 60,000 Americans were infected last year. | • | Estrogen May Explain Why Women With Cystic Fibrosis Suffer More - Nov 20, 2008, 19:00
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The shot protects against infection that can cause meningitis, pneumonia in young children. | • | Colorectal Cancer Screens Detect Unrecognized Disease - Nov 20, 2008, 19:00
Finnish study says about 40% returned positive results in review of national program. |
Histoplasmosis is a fungal infection caused by inhaling dust from spore-infected bird droppings. In the disseminated form, infection spreads throughout the body from the lungs. The disease progresses rapidly and death occurs in about 90% of cases.
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