Ohio River Valley Fever (Histoplasmosis)
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Ohio River Valley fever corresponds to histoplasmosis, an infection caused by a fungus found in soils enriched with bird or bat droppings and that reaches the body upon inhaling its spores. It receives that name for the regions where it is common.
How it can present: In many people it runs a mild or almost unnoticed course; in others it can cause respiratory complaints, fever, cough and tiredness, since it mainly affects the lungs.
Possible signs on the skin: In some cases skin lesions can appear, which is why it is also evaluated from dermatology.
Who to see? The internist evaluates the general and respiratory condition, while the dermatologist reviews the skin manifestations when they exist. If you have respiratory symptoms after being exposed to dust from caves or henhouses, the prudent thing is to have a professional evaluate it.
Data on 22 doctors who treat ohio river valley fever (histoplasmosis)
Which specialist treats ohio river valley fever (histoplasmosis)?
Ohio River Valley fever, another name for histoplasmosis, can be evaluated by an internal medicine specialist, who manages this respiratory infection. Consult this specialist if you have fever and a persistent cough after exposure in this region.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in ohio river valley fever (histoplasmosis)
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Karin Ivette Campos Jimenez
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Verónica Carolina Solano Álvarez
Dr. Itzel Yoselin Sánchez Pérez
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Ana Karen Romero Guzmán
Dr. Javier Alberto Romero Sánchez
Dr. Nataly Minor Zarate
Dr. Ana Gabriela Sánchez Cárdenas
Dr. Octavio Ocampo Valdez
Dr. Anyely Arciniega
Dr. Juan Aguirre Domínguez
Dr. Cristina Moctezuma Trejo
Dr. Irma Karen Pellon Tellez
Dr. Bernardo Alfonso Martínez Guerra
Dr. Diego Pérez Rojas
Frequently asked questions
What is ohio river valley fever (histoplasmosis)?
Ohio River Valley fever corresponds to histoplasmosis, an infection caused by a fungus found in soils enriched with bird or bat droppings and that reaches the body upon inhaling its spores. It receives that name for the regions where it is common.
Which doctor treats ohio river valley fever (histoplasmosis)?
Ohio River Valley fever, another name for histoplasmosis, can be evaluated by an internal medicine specialist, who manages this respiratory infection. Consult this specialist if you have fever and a persistent cough after exposure in this region.