Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis

  • Recently, a new research has identified a Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis (CPA) in tuberculosis survivors among Assam’s tea plantation workers.
  • CPA is a severe lung infection caused by Aspergillus fumigatus, a fungus that predominantly strikes individuals with immunodeficiency or pre-existing lung conditions, particularly those with a history of TB.
  • The infection is caused by inhalation of fungal spores (Aspergillus fumigatus), which thrive in decayed organic matter and humid environments.
  • It is not a contagious disease. It can’t be passed from person to ....
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