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Coccidioidomycoses is called Valley fever because many cases occurred in San Joaquin Valley.
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What causes valley-fever?
Valley fever is a fungal infection caused by coccidioides fungi. It can cause fever, chest pain and coughing, among other signs and symptoms. Two species of coccidioides fungi cause valley fever and are commonly found in the soil and can be stirred into the air by farming, construction and wind.The fungi is then breathed into the lungs and causes valley fever, also known as acute coccidioidomycosis.
Are immune compromised people more susceptible to Valley Fever?
Yes. People with immune compromised systems are more susceptible to Valley fever. For example, it is found more commonly in prisons because many prisoners have immuno-suppression due to HIV. Valley Fever is a fungal infection which is known in medical terms as Coccidioidomycosis. It is caused by the fungus Coccidioides.
What body systems are affected by valley fever and if you have Hep C and Asthma what are the risk if you get valley fever?
At first only the lungs are affected. If not treated it can spread. Having Hep C and asthma will not make the likelihood of getting Valley fever more so. But Asthma can become worse. Hep C will only make a person feel worse. More and more cases are showing up in the dry SW. Valley fever is a fungal infection caused by coccidioides fungi. It can cause fever, chest pain and coughing, among other signs and symptoms. Two species of coccidioides fungi cause valley fever and are commonly found in the soil and can be stirred into the air by farming, construction and wind. The fungi can then be breathed into the lungs and cause valley fever, also known as acute coccidioidomycosis. Mild cases of valley fever usually resolve on their own. In more severe cases, doctors prescribe antifungal medications. Valley fever is the initial form and can develop into chronic and disseminated coccidioidomycosis.
What are the characteristics of San Joaquin Valley Fever?
Acute coccidioidomycosis (valley fever)The initial form mild, with few symptoms. Later, one to three weeks after exposure, flu like systems appear.FeverCoughChest pain, at time very severeChillsNight sweatsJoint achesRed, spotty rash
The acronym cocci is short form for which lung disease?
Cocci is short for Coccidioidomycosis, commonly known as valley fever or California fever. It is a fungal disease that affects the lungs causing flu-like symptoms such as fever, coughs, headaches, muscle pain and joint pain.
What are some natural herbs you can use or take for valley fever?
Milder cases of Valley fever usually go away on their own. Many people choose to treat the flu like symptom with the usual herbal remedies for colds and flu. I recommend you speak to a doctor and be tested if you think you have Valley fever as not all cases are mild, and there are sometimes complications that arise later in life. See the related links below for more information on coccidioidomycosis (aka Valley fever) and for general information on herbal treatments for colds and flu symptoms.
Why is valley called valley?
Coccidioidomycoses is called Valley fever because many cases occurred in San Joaquin Valley.
What is the duration of valley fever?
Valley Fever is a fungal infection called coccidioidomycosis. Spores of the fungi, C. immitis, are inhaled, causing the infection. According to the valleyfever.org site, " Approximately 60% of people who are infected exhibit no symptoms (asymptomatic). In the other 40%, symptoms appear 10-30 days after exposure. These symptoms include a fever which can reach 104°F (39.5°C), dry cough, chest pains, joint and muscle aches, headache, and weight loss. About two weeks after the start of the fever, some people develop a painful red rash or lumps on the lower legs. Valley Fever Diagnosis and symptoms usually disappear without treatment in about one month"
Who named valley fever?
No. One did. It was named after the place it was first found.
What is valley fever - you live in Ohio and got it and lung lesions and thrush?
Not likely, unless you were in New Mexico or the south west. Acute coccidioidomycosis (valley fever) The initial form mild, with few symptoms. Later, one to three weeks after exposure, flu like systems appear. Fever Cough Chest pain, at time very severe Chills Night sweats Joint aches Red, spotty rash You need to be tested for antibodies.
When was the first antibiotic used to treat valley fever?
Valley fever is not caused by a bacteria and so an antibiotic cannot be used to treat Valley fever. Valley fever is treated with an antifungal.
Can valley fever spores be killed?
It's very difficult to kill Valley fever spores outside the body. In the body a group of drugs called -conazoles are used.
