Question 1

what are the symptoms of valley fever in a farmer?

Accepted Answer

Coccidiodomycosis: Initially can cause a pneumonia as the arthrospores are inhaled from the environment although many infections are asymptomatic.  In a small number of patients, dissemination can subsequently be diagnosed in a variety of possible places including bone and cns.  A chronic lung infection may also occur.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of valley fever in adults and is it mistaken at times for pneumonia?

Accepted Answer

Coccidiodomycosis: Valley fever is due to this systemic fungal infection and can present as pneumonia.  In some people, particularly those who are immune compromised, this can become very severe and cause central nervous system infection, usually as meningitis. Most people resolve this spontaneously without major defects or need for therapy.

Question 3

what are some of the signs & symptoms of valley fever?

Accepted Answer

See below: Coccidioidomycosis is a fungal disease picked up through inhalation. Often the symptoms are mild and the disease not recognized. In one to three weeks when they do occur they include fever, cough, chest pain that can be severe, chills, night sweats, headache, fatigue, joint pains and a red painful bumpy rash. It can take months to fully recover and you should be followed for dissemination.

Question 4

how long does valley fever last and what are the symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Weeks of weakness: Valley fever is often mild and transient with symptoms very similar to routine viral upper respiratory tract infections or even pneumonia.  Most cases probably don't even come to the doctor's attention.  Symptoms of fatigue can last for weeks up to months.

Question 5

what are symptoms of valley fever and treatment?

Accepted Answer

San Joaquin Valley..: Fever is a fungal infection of humans (and some animals) caused by spores of coccidiodomycosis inhaled from soil.  Many infections are totally without symptoms, some others can cause pneumonia which usually resolves without therapy but some infections lead to spread (dissemination) of the fungus outside the lung to the nervous system, bone or skin.  Antifungals such as voriconazole are used.

Question 6

had a bad dust storm. shortly afterwards, developed flu like symptoms with sever cough; 5 neighbors diagnosed with valley fever. should i get checked?

Accepted Answer

Bronchitis: In general, bronchitis can be a sign of a viral or bacterial infection.  Cough specific syrups or tablets are readily available for relief. Decongestant medicines can help if the cough is related to sinus drainage. Giving the cough ample time to clear is advisable but if you develop fevers, shortness of breath, chest pains, or bloody sputum, it may be time to see your doctor.

Question 7

i have valley fever .can i get a flu shot when i'm experiencing symptoms like a severe cough and night sweats?

Accepted Answer

Hold off: It would probably be safe, but why take a chance of an adverse reaction while you are obviously ill at the present time. Get it when you are feeling better or see an infectious disease specialist to determine flu vaccination.

Question 8

at what point should i take my fiance to the er if he thinks he has valley fever with all symptoms swaets fever chills headache and sore body?

Accepted Answer

Severe signs : You should take him to the er now. Normally aldults does not get fever easily except he gets a systemic infection that needs immediate medical attention.

Question 9

i live on the san joaquin delta, can valley fever and endocarditis have similar symptoms and considering covid19 should i go to the drs i have a low grade fever and intense lower back stiffness? how long before symptoms arise of either condition?

Accepted Answer

Diagnosis?:  There are rare report of endocarditis due to  Coccidioides species. REF:  https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(11)62195-2/fulltext. There can be overlap of symptoms with COVID 19 &amp; Valley Fever. So, consider medical  consultation.

Question 10

can you tell me how to know if i have valley fever?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Valley fever (Coccidiomycosis) is a disease caused by a fungus that lives in soil of endemic areas. In most affected healthy people, inhalation causes asymptomatic changes on a chest X ray or a mild respiratory infection that resolves without treatment. In some normal people and in immunodeficient patients, the disease can be severe, affecting the lung and other organs.

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Had a bad dust storm. shortly afterwards, developed flu like symptoms with sever cough; 5 neighbors diagnosed with valley fever. should i get checked?

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I have valley fever .can i get a flu shot when i'm experiencing symptoms like a severe cough and night sweats?

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At what point should i take my fiance to the er if he thinks he has valley fever with all symptoms swaets fever chills headache and sore body?

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I live on the san joaquin delta, can valley fever and endocarditis have similar symptoms and considering covid19 should i go to the drs i have a low grade fever and intense lower back stiffness? how long before symptoms arise of either condition?

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Can you tell me how to know if i have valley fever?

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