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Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp

Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp: Introduction

Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp: An Aspergillus spp fungus allergy is an adverse reaction by the body's immune system to spores produced by a fungus called Aspergillus spp. Aspergillus is a common indoor and outdoor mold. Symptoms tend to occur in a seasonal pattern as spore production by molds tends to increase and decrease with changes in seasons. The specific symptoms that can result can vary amongst patients. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp is available below.

Symptoms of Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp

• Respiratory symptoms
• Skin rash
• Shortness of breath
• Blocked nose
• Itchy throat
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Treatments for Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp

• Avoid coming into contact with the allergen, various medications depending on the symptoms and severity: antihistamines, bronchodilators, inhaled corticosteroids, decongestants, nasal sprays, cromolyn sodium, immunotherapy
• Treatment of mould and fungal allergies is dependant upon the type and severity of the allergic symptoms. Treatments for mould and fungal allergies include:
  • Allergen avoidance and minimisation of exposure - Maintain a dry environment in the house and workplace as much as possible. Minimise outdoor activities in times of high spore production.
  • Antihistamines - Useful for allergic rhinitis and some allergy mediated skin conditions. Not helpful in asthma except for mild seasonal asthma where allergy may be a precipitant.
  • Nasal sprays - including topical steroids and antiinflammatories used for allergic rhinitis
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Causes of Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp

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Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp: Undiagnosed Conditions

Commonly undiagnosed diseases in related medical categories:

• Chronic Respiratory Disorders that may be Undiagnosed:
  • Asthma -- Undiagnosed
  • Allergies -- Undiagnosed
  • COPD -- Undiagnosed
  • Emphysema -- Undiagnosed
  • Chronic Bronchitis -- Undiagnosed
  • Lung Cancer -- Undiagnosed
  • Sinusitis -- Undiagnosed
  • Cystic Fibrosis -- Undiagnosed
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea -- Undiagnosed
• more undiagnosed conditions...»

Misdiagnosis and Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp

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Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp: Research Doctors & Specialists

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Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp: Rare Types

Rare types of diseases and disorders in related medical categories:

• Chronic Respiratory Disorders -- Rare Types:
  • Asthma -- Rare Types
  • Allergies -- Rare Types
  • COPD -- Rare Types
  • Emphysema -- Rare Types
  • Chronic Bronchitis -- Rare Types
  • Lung Cancer -- Rare Types
  • Sinusitis -- Rare Types
  • Cystic Fibrosis -- Rare Types
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea -- Rare Types
• more rare diseases...»

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Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp: Broader Related Topics

• Allergy-like conditions
• Immune system conditions
• Fungal diseases
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Types of Non-Food Allergy -- fungus, Aspergillus spp

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