B44: Aspergillosis
Aspergillosis generally refers to a range of illnesses caused by the fungus Aspergillus. This group of conditions, which primarily affects the lungs, varies from mild to severe. A person can contract Aspergillosis through inhaling Aspergillus spores that have become airborne from rotting vegetation or other organic material. The spectrum of Aspergillosis disorders includes allergic reactions, lung infections, and systemic infections affecting multiple body systems. Allergic forms of the disease often manifest as coughing, wheezing, or shortness of breath, while more severe forms might result in symptoms such as chest pain, coughing blood, and weight loss. The progression of the disease can be gradual or swift, depending on the individual's immune system strength and the particular form of Aspergillosis they have contracted.
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