Problem

Cryptococcosis

Other Names:
Cryptococcal meningitis
Fungal meningitis
Nature:

This is a systemic infection caused by the yeast Cryptococcus neoformans. The commonest manifestation is a subacute or chronic form of meningitis resulting from the inhalation of the organism. Pulmonary infection can also occur. The disease affects both healthy and immunosuppressed individuals and occurs world-wide. C. neoformans can be isolated in large numbers from pigeon droppings in the environment, although such birds do not appear to harbour the yeast.

Aggravates:
Meningitis
Subject(s):
Medicine Specific diseases??
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
GOAL 3: Good Health and Well-being
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems
Date of last update
18.04.2019 – 14:09 CEST