Fungal pneumonia

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Fungal pneumonia
Pulmonary aspergillosis
Synonyms N/A
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Cough, fever, chest pain, shortness of breath
Complications Respiratory failure, sepsis
Onset Gradual
Duration Varies
Types N/A
Causes Fungal infection by species such as Aspergillus, Histoplasma, Coccidioides, Blastomyces
Risks Immunocompromised state, HIV/AIDS, chemotherapy, organ transplant
Diagnosis Chest X-ray, CT scan, sputum culture, bronchoscopy
Differential diagnosis Bacterial pneumonia, viral pneumonia, tuberculosis
Prevention Avoidance of exposure in high-risk areas, prophylactic antifungal medication
Treatment Antifungal medication such as voriconazole, amphotericin B
Medication N/A
Prognosis Variable, depends on underlying health and timeliness of treatment
Frequency Rare in healthy individuals, more common in immunocompromised
Deaths N/A


An overview of fungal pneumonia, focusing on pulmonary aspergillosis


Fungal pneumonia is an infectious disease of the lungs caused by fungi. It is a type of pneumonia that occurs when fungal spores are inhaled and infect the lung tissue. This condition is more common in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS, cancer, or those taking immunosuppressive medications.

Causes[edit | edit source]

Fungal pneumonia can be caused by various types of fungi. The most common fungi that cause pneumonia include:

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

The symptoms of fungal pneumonia can vary depending on the specific fungus involved but often include:

Diagnosis[edit | edit source]

Diagnosis of fungal pneumonia typically involves a combination of:

Treatment[edit | edit source]

Treatment of fungal pneumonia depends on the specific fungus causing the infection. Common treatments include:

Pulmonary Aspergillosis[edit | edit source]

Pulmonary aspergillosis is a type of fungal pneumonia caused by the Aspergillus species, most commonly Aspergillus fumigatus. It can manifest in several forms, including:

Risk Factors[edit | edit source]

Individuals at higher risk for pulmonary aspergillosis include those with:

Clinical Presentation[edit | edit source]

Symptoms of pulmonary aspergillosis can include:

  • Persistent cough
  • Hemoptysis (coughing up blood)
  • Worsening asthma symptoms in ABPA

Management[edit | edit source]

Management of pulmonary aspergillosis involves:

  • Antifungal therapy, often with voriconazole or amphotericin B
  • Surgical intervention in cases of aspergilloma
  • Corticosteroids for ABPA

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