Cryptococcosis

Cryptococcosis usually affects the lungs or brain. People who have HIV/AIDS are at higher risk.

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About Cryptococcosis

Cryptococcosis usually affects the lungs or brain. People who have HIV/AIDS are at higher risk.

Apr. 24, 2024

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Cryptococcosis Facts and Stats

Cryptococcosis is a leading cause of death among people with HIV/AIDS in parts of the world.

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Symptoms of Cryptococcosis

Cryptococcus can cause pneumonia-like symptoms or symptoms of meningitis.

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Cryptococcosis: Causes and How It Spreads

Cryptococcosis is caused by breathing in Cryptococcus , a fungus that lives in soil.

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Testing and Screening

Lab tests diagnose cryptococcosis. Targeted screening prevents deadly infections in people with HIV.

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Reducing Risk for Cryptococcosis

Most healthy people do not get cryptococcosis. Targeted screening saves lives among people with HIV.

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Treatment of Cryptococcosis

Information on treatment of cryptococcosis infections.

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Clinical Overview of Cryptococcosis

Clinical overview of risk factors, clinical features, diagnostics and treatment for cyrptococcosis.

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