Explanation
•The signs and symptoms of histoplasmosis are similar to pneumonia and are characterized by non-specific respiratory symptoms. These symptoms include cough, flu-like symptoms, dyspnea, and fever.
•Histoplasmosis is an opportunistic fungal infection that generally affects immunocompromised patients.
•The majority of cases resolve without treatment. Severe cases require the use of antifungal medication.
•Histoplasmosis and pneumonia generally do not cause pulmonary fibrosis.