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When Aspergillus does cause disease, however, it usually occurs in those individuals with weakened immune systems

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What is bad about aspergillus?

There is no such English word as "aspergillus" and no obis miss spelling we can correct it to. So sorry we can not answer this question. <><><><> Aspergillus is the Latin name for a genus that contains several hundred species of fungi. A PORTION of those species can cause a serious disease in people.


Can a person develop aspergillus pneumonia after a lung repair operation?

Yes, that is very likely. Aspergillus infection occurs mainly in people having organ or bonemarrow transplant. These fungi, which are not infectious to people with normal immunity, can cause disease in the above mentioned patients because they are given some chemotherapy drugs (like cyclophosphamide). -Shrawan Bhandari, (Researcher in Aspergillus infection)


What fungi cause food poisoning?

Mucor,Penicillium,Aspergillus can cause food poisoning


Can chicken or birds cause lung disease?

Yes it is possible for birds to cause lung disease. It isn't right from the bird it is from the feces. Aspergillosis is a lung infection that comes from the Aspergillus fungus. Bat guano (feces) can also cause Aspergillosis. It is not a common problem but it is possible. Keep the bird(s) area clean from feces.


What is the medical term meaning germ?

Pathogen is the medical term meaning microorganism that may cause disease. Pathogens include group A beta strep, influenza virus, aspergillus, and head lice.


What are two pathogenic fungi and the maladies that they cause?

Two notable pathogenic fungi are Candida albicans and Aspergillus fumigatus. Candida albicans can cause candidiasis, which ranges from superficial infections like thrush to serious systemic infections in immunocompromised individuals. Aspergillus fumigatus is responsible for aspergillosis, a disease that can lead to respiratory issues and is particularly dangerous for those with weakened immune systems or lung diseases.


What is the scientific name of aspergillus?

The scientific name of aspergillus is Aspergillus.


What is hypersensitivity lung disease?

ABPA is an allergic reaction to a species of Aspergillus called Aspergillus fumigatus. It is sometimes grouped together with other lung disorders characterized by eosinophilia.These disorders are also called hypersensitivity lung diseases.


Which type fungi produces the carcinogenic aflatoxin?

Aspergillus species, most abundantly Aspergillus flavus


What is aspergillosis?

An aspergillosis is any of a variety of infections by fungi of the genus Aspergillus which cause granulomatous lesions.


What is an aspergillosis?

An aspergillosis is any of a variety of infections by fungi of the genus Aspergillus which cause granulomatous lesions.


Examples of harmful fungi?

Some examples of harmful fungi include Aspergillus, which can cause respiratory infections; Candida, which can lead to yeast infections; and Fusarium, which can cause eye infections and skin infections. Additionally, some fungi produce mycotoxins that can contaminate food and lead to food poisoning or other health issues.