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blastomycosis

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun blastomycosis has 1 sense
  1. blastomycosis - any of several infections of the skin or mucous membrane caused by Blastomyces
    --1 is a kind of
    fungal infection, mycosis
    --1 has particulars: chromoblastomycosis

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Blastomycosis

Description:

Blastomycosis is a fungal infection caused by the inhalation of spores from the Blastomyces dermatitidis fungus. It primarily affects the lungs and can spread to other parts of the body, including the skin and bones. Blastomycosis is most commonly found in regions with moist soil, such as the Midwestern and Southeastern United States.

Sample sentences:

  • The doctor diagnosed the patient with blastomycosis after analyzing the symptoms and conducting tests.
  • Due to the severity of his blastomycosis, the patient was prescribed a long-term antifungal treatment.
  • Preventive measures like wearing masks and avoiding areas with decaying wood are recommended to reduce the risk of blastomycosis infection.

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