South American blastomycosis occurs primarily in Brazil, although cases crop up in Mexico, Central America, or other parts of South America. It affects men between ages 20 and 50 about 10 times more often than women.
South American blastomycosis occurs primarily in Brazil, although cases crop up in.other parts of South America. The disease is far more serious than.(North American blastomycosis), which is endemic...
South American blastomycosis is a potentially fatal, chronic fungus infection that occurs more often in men. The infection may affect different parts of the body, including the lungs or the skin, and...
South American blastomycosis is caused by the yeast-like fungus Paracoccidioides brasiliensis that is acquired by breathing in the spores of the fungus, which is commonly found in old wood and soil.
The primary goal of treatment is to control the infection. The best treatment has been amphotericin B. Sulfonamide drugs have been used. Scientists are studying new treatments.including ketoconazole,...
can diagnose the condition by microscopic examination of a smear prepared from a lesion or sputum (spit). Biopsy specimens may also reveal the infection. While blood tests are helpful, they can't...