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Cryptococcosis is an infection acquired by inhalation of soil contaminated with the encapsulated yeast (fungus) Cryptococcus neoformans.
Etiology and Incidence
Cryptococcosis is a defining opportunistic infection for AIDS, although patients with Hodgkin's or other lymphomas or sarcoidosis or those receiving long-term corticosteroid therapy are also at increased risk.
Distribution is worldwide. The prevalence of cryptococcosis has been increasing over the past 20 years for many reasons, including the increase in indicence of AIDS and the expanded use of immunosuppressive drugs.
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BioMed Central: Cryptococcosis - Medical article on the disease.
Cryptococcal Meningitis - Comprehensive information on this yeast-like fungus opportunistic infection, from AEGIS.
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Cryptococcosis - Information resources from The Body.
Dr. Fungus - Cryptococcosis - Extensive factsheet on the disease.
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Cryptococcosis - Features cause, symptoms, tests, diagnosis, prognosis, complications, treatment, and prevention.
What Makes Cryptococcus neoformans a Pathogen? - Scientific article on the organism.
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