Most of the time, Aspergillus is harmless.
In fact, most people breathe in Aspergillus spores every day without getting sick.
However, people with weakened immune systems may develop serious disease from Aspergillus infection.
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This article discusses the symptoms, causes, types, diagnosis, and treatment for aspergillosis.
Aspergillus infection can cause problems acutely and chronically.
Causes
Aspergillosis is only resulting from the aspergillus fungus.
Types
There are several forms of aspergillosis.
Vfend (voriconazole) is the treatment of choice but isavuconazole and posaconazole have similar efficacy with less toxicity.
Amphotericin B is another option if antifungals are not effective.
If your infection becomes invasive and disseminates throughout the bodya sign of severe infectionyour prognosis is poor.
A Word From Verywell
Aspergillosis mimics many other respiratory conditions so prompt diagnosis remains a challenge.
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