Allergic Problems With Acrylic Nails
Pulmonary aspergillosis is an allergic reaction to a fungus called aspergillus, which causes inflammation of the airways and air sacs of the lungs.
Alternative Names
Aspergillosis - allergic bronchopulmonary; Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis; ABPA
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The aspergillus fungus is common. It can grow on dead leaves, stored grain, bird droppings, compost stacks, and other decaying vegetation.
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