Question 1

where can i find aspergillus?

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Aspergillus: This is a common fungus in the environment.  It rarely affects the body and usually requires immunosupression such as a cancer patient in treatment or a diabetic in crisis.  The infection commonly will be in the lung, but can affect most parts of the body.  An infected person usually is severely sick and probably already under a doctor's care - or should be.

Question 2

if contract aspergillus, am i guaranteed to get sick?

Accepted Answer

Immunecompromise: Usually the immune compromised can get sick form contract               aspergilosis.

Question 3

what is the route of infection for aspergillus fumigatus?

Accepted Answer

Through nose/mouth: this is a ubiquitous fungus present indoors and outdoors, everybody is exposed, some people though mount an immune response against it, actually it isn't an infection, rather a colonization that leads to exaggerated immune response which gives rise to the bothersome symptoms

Question 4

what is the survival rate of endocarditis caused by aspergillus?

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Varies: Endocarditis is a very serious illness, and aspergillus induced endocarditis will likely be difficult to treat.  Survivability always depends on preexisting health conditions, physical health, age, and cardiac function.

Question 5

what can you tell me about treating allergies to aspergillus, cladasporin, and mucor?

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Depends on the condition: If it is allergic rhinosinusitis or asthma due to increased sensitivity to such allergens, then avoidance, medical therapy and ultimately immunotherapy would be the treatment. If other conditions due to severe reaction to aspergillus in particular, or aspergillosis, either affecting upper or lower airways, so treatment is more extensive and rigorous follow up, wish you wellness

Question 6

why do people become allergic to aspergillus and is there any way of stopping it?

Accepted Answer

Aspergillus: There are many types of aspergillus. For those born to be allergic (about 20 to 30% of us) some forms of this mold are commonly found outdoors as well as indoors. If that is one the molds that you are allergic to realize that it is the second most common allergy (after dust mites). Reducing molds at home can be partially accomplished. http://www.idph.state.il.us/envhealth/factsheets/mold_reducing_.

Question 7

does aspergillus penicillium affect kids?

Accepted Answer

If allergic, yes: Aspergillus and penicillium molds (fungi) are very common and pose no threat to the healthy person.  People prone to allergies can develop allergic disorders to these molds including allergic rhinitis, asthma, hypersensitivity pneumonitis, abpa. Persons with poor immunity (immune suppressed or compromised) can be at risk for infections.

Question 8

can i get sick from aspergillus/penicillium?

Accepted Answer

mold: If you are allergic to them you can get sick from them.

Question 9

what diseases are caused by aspergillus fumigatus?

Accepted Answer

See below: There are 3 main types of diseases caused by aspergillus sp.                          Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis,  aspergilloma and invasive pulmonary aspergillosis.

Question 10

can i  be allergic to aspergillus niger?

Accepted Answer

Yes....: You can be allergic to any mold.

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