blastomycosis
/ˌblæstoʊmaɪˈkoʊsɪs/
noun
- A fungal infection caused by Blastomyces dermatitidis, often affecting the lungs, skin, or bones.
- Blastomycosis is more common in areas with moist soil, like the Ohio and Mississippi River valleys.
- The patient was diagnosed with blastomycosis after developing a persistent cough and skin lesions.
- Treatment for blastomycosis usually involves antifungal medication for several months.