allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis. (3)

Dr APIO ESTHER

The presentation outlines the definition, epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of fungal lung diseases. It details the clinical features of allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, its association with asthma and cystic fibrosis, and the importance of early treatment to prevent bronchiectasis and fibrosis. Histoplasmosis and coccidioidomycosis are described with emphasis on environmental exposure, immune status, and therapeutic options ranging from azoles to amphotericin B. The material also highlights diagnostic methods such as cultures, serology, and imaging, and discusses prognosis in immunocompromised patients.