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Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis Pulmonary aspergillosis and central nervous system hemorrhage as complications of autoimmune hemolytic anemia treated with corticosteroids. (Case Report).: An article from: Southern Medical Journal by Dennis J. Cleri, Robert L. Moser, et all 2003-06-01 Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis --1995 publication. by various, 1995-01-01 Aspergillosis: An entry from Gale's <i>Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed.</i> by Jill Lasker, 2006 Aspergillosis and Farmer's Lung in Man and Animal Invasive aspergillosis in immunocompetent patients.(Letter to the editor): An article from: Southern Medical Journal by Stijn I. Blot, Koenraad H. Vandewoude, 2006-12-01 MED-11. Disseminated aspergillosis in a patient with two different types of cancer.(Section on Internal Medicine): An article from: Southern Medical Journal by Diana Wagner, Nayef El-Daher, 2004-10-01 Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis Positive C-ANCA and cavitary lung lesion: recurrence of Wegener granulomatosis or aspergillosis?(Case Report)(medical research)(includes related article ... An article from: Southern Medical Journal by Bobbak Vahid, Bernadette Wildemore, et all 2006-07-01 Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine: Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis by Rebecca J. Frey PhD, 2002-01-01 Invasive aspergillosis after pandemic (H1N1) 2009.(DISPATCHES): An article from: Emerging Infectious Diseases by Asma Lat, Nahid Bhadelia, et all 2010-06-01 Aspergillus: Aspergillus, Aspergillus Niger, Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis, Aspergillus Oryzae, Aspergillus Fumigatus Aspergillosis in liver transplant recipients: successful treatment and improved survival using a multistep approach.: An article from: Southern Medical Journal by Andrea Duchini, David C. Redfield, et all 2002-08-01 Chronic invasive aspergillosis caused by Aspergillus viridinutans.(DISPATCHES)(Clinical report): An article from: Emerging Infectious Diseases by Donald C. Vinh, Yvonne R. Shea, et all 2009-08-01

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21. Discovery Health Aspergillosis
    search, aspergillosis. By Adam Brochert, MD. Images (click to view larger image). aspergillosis refers to any infection with a fungus called Aspergillus.  
    http://health.discovery.com/diseasesandcond/encyclopedia/277.html

22. Aspergillosis
    . aspergillosis is a fungal disease of the respiratory tract of birds and mammals usually caused by Aspergillus fumigatus. aspergillosis.  
    http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10370_12150_12220-26360--,00.html
    
    Extractions: Description Aspergillosis is a fungal disease of the respiratory tract of birds and mammals usually caused by Aspergillus fumigatus. A. flavus, A. niger, A. nidulans, A. terreus, A. glaucus and Penicillium sp. have also been identified as pathogenic. Aspergillosis was one of the first mycoses of birds to be identified, being first observed in a wild scaup duck in 1813. The disease usually occurs either sporadically (chronic) or in an acute epizootic form. Distribution Aspergillosis has a worldwide distribution having been reported in almost all domestic mammals and birds and in numerous wild species. Aspergillus sp. organisms are capable of living both a saprophytic and parasitic way of life and susceptible hosts have numerous opportunities to contact this agent. Aspergillosis is most often seen in wild and captive birds. Aquatic and scavenging wild species have the highest incidence rate while captive species are most susceptible when first subjected to captivity. This is especially true when an extended transporting is required in overcrowded and unhygienic conditions. In Michigan, aspergillosis has been identified as a mortality factor in the mallard, canvasback, redhead, wood duck, common merganser, black duck, teal, Canada goose, mute swan, tundra swan, whistling swan, ring-billed gull, herring gull, Sichuan pheasant, ring-necked pheasant, ruffed grouse, wild turkey, raven, evening grosbeak, rose-breasted grosbeak, eastern bluebird, American robin, common grackle, peregrine falcon, red-tailed hawk, bald eagle, purple martin, snowy owl, great horned owl, black duck and common loon.

23. HealthCentral - General Encyclopedia - Aspergillosis
    aspergillosis. Prevention of AIDS prevents opportunistic diseases, including aspergillosis, that are associated with a damaged or incompetent immune system.  
    http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/001326.cfm
    
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24. HealthCentral - General Encyclopedia - Pulmonary Aspergillosis; Invasive Type
    General Health Encyclopedia, Pulmonary aspergillosis; invasive type. Alternative names acute invasive aspergillosis; aspergillosis acute invasive  
    http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/000106.cfm
    
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25. EMedicine - Aspergillosis : Article By Eloise M Harman, MD
    aspergillosis Aspergillus species are ubiquitous molds found in organic matter. Although aspergillosis. Last Updated October 3, 2002,  
    http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic174.htm
    
    Extractions: (advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Pulmonology Last Updated: October 3, 2002 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: fungus, fungal infection, inhalational fungal disease, mold infection, invasive pulmonary aspergillosis, allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, ABPA, chronic necrotizing pulmonary aspergillosis, CNPA, chronic necrotizing Aspergillus pneumonia, aspergilloma, mycetoma, fungus ball, disseminated aspergillosis, fungal endocarditis, Aspergillus fumigatus, A fumigatus, Aspergillus niger, A niger, Aspergillus flavus, A flavus, Aspergillus clavatus, A clavatus, bronchocentric granulomatosis, malt worker's lung AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 10 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography

26. EMedicine - Aspergillosis, Thoracic : Article By Ali Nawaz Khan, MBBS, FRCP, FRC
    aspergillosis, Thoracic Pulmonary aspergillosis is a spectrum of mycotic diseases caused by Aspergillus species, usually Aspergillus fumigatus.  
    http://www.emedicine.com/radio/topic55.htm
    
    Extractions: (advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Radiology Chest Last Updated: March 6, 2003 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: pulmonary aspergillosis, Aspergillus fumigatus, A fumigatus, allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, ABPA, saprophytic aspergillosis, aspergilloma, chronic necrotizing aspergillosis, airway-invasive aspergillosis, semi-invasive aspergillosis, angioinvasive aspergillosis AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 9 Author Information Introduction Differentials X-ray ... Bibliography Author: Ali Nawaz Khan, MBBS, FRCP, FRCR , Lecturer, Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manchester Coauthor(s): Carolyn Jones, MBChB, MRCP, FRCR , Consulting Staff, Department of Radiology, North Manchester Hospital; Sumaira Macdonald, MBChB, MRCP, FRCR , Lecturer, Sheffield University Medical School; Endovascular Fellow, Sheffield Vascular Institute; Hari Panigrahi, MD, MBBS

27. Aspergillosis
    MAIN SEARCH INDEX. aspergillosis. Definition. aspergillosis refers to several forms of disease caused by a fungus in the genus Aspergillus.  
    http://www.ehendrick.org/healthy/000154.htm
    
    Extractions: Aspergillosis is an infection of the lungs caused by inhalation of airborne spores of the fungus Aspergillus. (Illustration by Electronic Illustrators Group). Aspergillosis refers to several forms of disease caused by a fungus in the genus Aspergillus . Aspergillosis fungal infections can occur in the ear canal, eyes, nose, sinus cavities, and lungs. In some individuals, the infection can even invade bone and the membranes that enclose the brain and spinal cord ( meningitis Aspergillosis is primarily an infection of the lungs caused by the inhalation of airborne spores of the fungus Aspergillus . Spores are the small particles that most fungi use to reproduce. Although virtually everyone is exposed to this fungus in their daily environment, it rarely causes disease. When Aspergillus does cause disease, however, it usually occurs in those individuals with weakened immune systems (immunocompromised) or who have a history of respiratory ailments. Because it does not present distinctive symptoms, aspergillosis is generally thought to be underdiagnosed and underreported. Furthermore, many patients with the more severe forms of aspergillosis tend to have multiple, complex health problems, such as AIDS or a blood disorder like leukemia, which can further complicate diagnosis and treatment.

28. Aspergillosis -- ECureMe.com
    aspergillosis, more about aspergillosis, This is condition. Invasive aspergillosis occurs in immunosuppressed individuals. Symptoms  
    http://www.ecureme.com/emyhealth/data/Aspergillosis.asp
    
    Extractions: DisplayAd("468","60"); Select a Health Topic ADD/ADHD Allergy Alternative Medicine Arthritis Asthma Beyond Dieting Body Aches and Pains Breast Cancer Cancer Awareness Cardio Health Children's Health Colon Cancer Contraception COPD/Emphysema Dental Health Diabetes Elder Care Emergency Room Epilepsy Erectile Dysfunction Eye Care Fertility Fitness Gastrointestinal Health Glands and Hormones Gynecologic Health Hair Loss Headache Healthcare Today Healthy Aging HIV and AIDS Infectious Diseases Kidney Health Leukemia Liver Health Lung Cancer Lymphoma Multiple Sclerosis Men's Health Mental Health Nutrition Osteoporosis Parkinson's Disease Sexual Health Skin Health Sleep Disorders Special Events Stroke Surgeries and Procedures Teen Health Thyroid Health Urologic Health Vascular Disease Women's Health Workplace Health June 2, 2004 Resource Links Physician Search Your Questions, This is disease caused by the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus and other fungi in the aspergillus family. It is found in many places in the environment, including compost piles, hay, dead leaves, and decaying vegetation. Many people commonly inhale aspergillus spores, but infection only rarely occurs usually when there is a predisposing condition.

29. Aspergillosis
    Aspergillus The genus Aspergillus includes a variety of related fungi which cause aspergillosis. Bird Species. “It’s all in the DNA”.  
    http://www.avianbiotech.co.uk/page37.html
    
    Extractions: Aspergillus - The genus Aspergillus includes a variety of related fungi which cause aspergillosis. An important member of this genera is Aspergillus fumigatus. This fungus produces endotoxins which are generally responsible for the disease known as aspergillosis. Aspergillus species are common in the environment. Spores often become airborne in dry windy weather spreading from one location to another. Spores can enter an individual and develop in the respiratory system, lungs, eyes, and ears. Sick Building Syndrome is a condition caused by continuous fungal growth in areas of buildings and ventilation systems. Growth leads to the release of more spores. This can potentially leads to large scale respiratory infections and distress associated with aspergillosis.

30. Introduction: Aspergillosis - WrongDiagnosis.com
    Introduction to aspergillosis as a medical condition including symptoms, diagnosis, misdiagnosis, treatment, prevention, and prognosis.  
    http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/a/aspergillosis/intro.htm
    
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31. AllRefer Health - Aspergillosis
    aspergillosis information center covers causes, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, incidence, risk factors, signs, tests, support groups, complications  
    http://health.allrefer.com/health/aspergillosis-info.html
    
    Extractions: AllRefer Channels :: Yellow Pages Reference Health Home ... Contact Us Quick Jump ADD/ADHD Allergies Alzheimer's Disease Arthritis Asthma Back Pain Breast Cancer Cancer Colon Cancer Depression Diabetes Gallbladder Disease Heart Attack Hepatitis High Cholesterol HIV/AIDS Hypertension Lung Cancer Menopause Migraines/Headaches Osteoporosis Pneumonia Prostate Cancer SARS Stroke Urinary Tract Infection 1600+ More Conditions Alternative Medicine Health News Symptoms Guide Special Topics ... Medical Encyclopedia Aspergillosis - Chest X-Ray Aspergillosis is caused by a fungus ( Aspergillus ), which is commonly found growing on dead leaves, stored grain, compost piles, or in other decaying vegetation. It causes illness in three ways: as an allergic reaction in people with asthma Pulmonary aspergillosis - allergic bronchopulmonary type ); as a colonization and growth in an old healed lung cavity from previous disease (such as tuberculosis or lung abscess ) where it produces a fungus ball called aspergilloma ; and as an invasive infection with pneumonia that is spread to other parts of the body by the bloodstream ( Pulmonary aspergillosis - invasive type The invasive infection can affect the eye, causing

32. AllRefer Health - Invasive Type Pulmonary Aspergillosis (Acute Invasive Aspergil
    Pulmonary aspergillosis Invasive Type (Acute Invasive aspergillosis, aspergillosis - Acute Invasive) information center covers causes, prevention, symptoms  
    http://health.allrefer.com/health/pulmonary-aspergillosis-invasive-type-info.htm
    
    Extractions: AllRefer Channels :: Yellow Pages Reference Health Home ... Contact Us Quick Jump ADD/ADHD Allergies Alzheimer's Disease Arthritis Asthma Back Pain Breast Cancer Cancer Colon Cancer Depression Diabetes Gallbladder Disease Heart Attack Hepatitis High Cholesterol HIV/AIDS Hypertension Lung Cancer Menopause Migraines/Headaches Osteoporosis Pneumonia Prostate Cancer SARS Stroke Urinary Tract Infection 1600+ More Conditions Alternative Medicine Health News Symptoms Guide Special Topics ... Medical Encyclopedia Fungus Aspergillosis is caused by a fungus (aspergillus) that is commonly found in the environment. It grows on dead leaves, stored grain, bird droppings, compost piles, or other decaying vegetation. It lung disease in three ways: as an allergic reaction in people with asthma ; as a fungus ball (aspergilloma) in an old healed lung cavity from previous disease such as tuberculosis or lung abscess , and as an invasive infection with pneumonia that may spread to other parts of the body by the bloodstream (invasive aspergillosis). Only the invasive infection is called invasive pulmonary aspergillosis and is much more serious than the other types of aspergillosis. The invasive infection can affect any organ of the body, but especially the heart, lungs, brain, and kidneys. Late in the course of the disease, the nervous system, skin, and other organs may become affected.

33. Aspergillosis
    aspergillosis. aspergillosis, Diagnostic imaging, as appropriate. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, Aspergillus precipitins .  
    http://www.rcpa.edu.au/pathman/aspergil.htm
    
    Extractions: Aspergillosis Diagnostic imaging, as appropriate. Pathology tests detect either colonisation or infection with Aspergillus sp. Fungal ball formation (lung cavities, sinuses) Sputum microscopy and culture for fungus. If indicated - biopsy with fungal culture. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis Aspergillus precipitins Skin prick allergen testing with antigens of Aspergillus sp and/or testing for allergen specific immunoglobulin E immunoglobulin E Leucocyte differential count including eosinophil count. Otitis externa Ear swab - fungal microscopy and culture. Corneal infection Corneal scrapings - fungal microscopy and culture. Invasive pulmonary infection Lung (open or transbronchial) biopsy - microscopy and histology to detect septate hyphae; fungal culture to confirm the presence of Aspergillus sp Disseminated infection Tissue biopsy - fungal microscopy and culture.

34. Mycology Online:Aspergillosis
    aspergillosis is a spectrum of diseases of humans and animals caused by members of the genus Aspergillus. 4. Cutaneous aspergillosisaspergillosis.  
    http://www.mycology.adelaide.edu.au/mycology/myco.nsf/0/d1e5d6646403d651292565c6

35. Aspergillosis
    aspergillosis by Diane Wanamaker, Certified Avian Specialist Real Macaw Parrot Club Member. aspergillosis can not be spread from bird to bird.  
    http://www.realmacaw.com/pages/asper1.html

36. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis
    allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis. ABPA Aspergillus fumigatus hypersensitivity mucoid impaction of bronchi distal to lobar  
    http://chorus.rad.mcw.edu/doc/00018.html

37. Avian Aspergillosis
    Avian aspergillosis (Last Updated 25Sep-2003 ). KS Kearns. Treatment of aspergillosis includes the use of one or more systemic antifungal agents.  
    http://www.ivis.org/advances/Kearns/kearns2/chapter_frm.asp?LA=1

38. ParrotChronicles.com
    aspergillosis is the most common fungal infection found in wild birds. No instant cure There is no instant cure for aspergillosis.  
    http://www.parrotchronicles.com/julyaugust2003/aspergillosis.htm
    
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39. Untitled Document
    ? aspergillosis. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA). Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis  
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40. Aspergillosis
    aspergillosis. Definition. aspergillosis refers to several forms of disease caused by a fungus in the genus Aspergillus.  
    http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/aspergillosis.html
    
    Extractions: Encyclopedia Index A Home Encyclopedia Encyclopedia Index A Aspergillosis Definition Aspergillosis refers to several forms of disease caused by a fungus in the genus Aspergillus . Aspergillosis fungal infections can occur in the ear canal, eyes, nose, sinus cavities, and lungs. In some individuals, the infection can even invade bone and the membranes that enclose the brain and spinal cord ( meningitis Description Aspergillosis is primarily an infection of the lungs caused by the inhalation of airborne spores of the fungus Aspergillus . Spores are the small particles that most fungi use to reproduce. Although virtually everyone is exposed to this fungus in their daily environment, it rarely causes disease. When Aspergillus does cause disease, however, it usually occurs in those individuals with weakened immune systems (immunocompromised) or who have a history of respiratory ailments. Because it does not present distinctive symptoms, aspergillosis is generally thought to be underdiagnosed and underreported. Furthermore, many patients with the more severe forms of aspergillosis tend to have multiple, complex health problems, such as AIDS or a blood disorder like leukemia, which can further complicate diagnosis and treatment.

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