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Pulmonary aspergillosis

呼吸内科

Common symptoms

咳出棕色痰栓、嗜酸性粒细胞增多、胸痛

The pathology of disease

Pulmonary aspergillosis mainly from A. fumigatus; also A. flavus/terreus/niger. Rising incidence with broad-spectrum antibiotics/steroids/oncologic therapy. Three types: aspergilloma, ABPA, IPA.

Common Symptoms

Brown sputum plugs; eosinophilia; chest pain

Causes

A. fumigatus colonizes upper respiratory tract; disease in immunocompromised. Spores ubiquitous; massive inhalation causes acute bronchitis/pneumonia. Secondary to cystic bronchiectasis/pneumonia/lung abscess.

Treatment

Antifungals; supportive; surgery for aspergilloma

Prevention

Reduce spore exposure.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the respiratory medicine department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.