Aspergillosis

usgb/ˌæspərɡəˈloʊsɪs/
noun

A fungal infection caused by the Aspergillus species, which primarily affects the lungs but can also spread to other parts of the body, especially in individuals with weakened immune systems.

Patients with aspergillosis often experience symptoms such as coughing and difficulty breathing.
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lung infection,chronic aspergillosis,invasive aspergillosis

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Contextual Use

Use the term aspergillosis when referring to infections specifically attributed to Aspergillus species.

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