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Coccidioidomycosis is infection with the spores of the fungus Coccidioides immitis.Infection is caused by inhaling the spores of the fungus Coccidioides immitis. This fungus is often found in desert regions. |
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Symptoms
Symptoms of coccidioidomycosis can include:Blood-tinged sputumChange in mental statusChest pain (can vary from a mild...
Causes
Infection is caused by inhaling the spores of the fungus Coccidioides immitis. This fungus is often found in desert ...
Treatments
The acute disease almost always goes away without treatment. Bedrest and treatment of flu-like symptoms until fever ...
Alternative Therapies
Alternative treatment for fungal infections focuses on creating an internal environment where the fungus cannot survi...
Prevention
Maintaining general good health will help keep the disease in the benign pulmonary form. Prevention of AIDS or other...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of coccidioidomycosis.
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