Gilchrist Disease (Blastomycosis)

Gilchrist disease is another name for blastomycosis, an infection caused by a fungus that is acquired by breathing in its spores present in moist soils and organic matter.

Possible manifestations: It can mainly affect the lungs, with cough and difficulty breathing, and sometimes spread to the skin or other organs, producing lesions or general malaise.

When to seek care? Prolonged respiratory symptoms or skin lesions that do not improve warrant a careful evaluation.

Its study corresponds to the internist, who guides the diagnosis and identifies the involved organs. If you have persistent respiratory complaints without a clear cause, approach this professional to have your situation evaluated.