Characterization of Histoplasmosis
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Mentor/Supervising Professor Name
Norskov, Rick
Description
Histoplasmosis is an infection caused by fungal spores predominant in the Mississippi River valleys and affects many people in this community. It is typically chronic following an asymptotic infection, but it can develop into 3 different forms. I will describe the role of histopathology in diagnosing this disease as well as prognosis and treatment.
Characterization of Histoplasmosis
Histoplasmosis is an infection caused by fungal spores predominant in the Mississippi River valleys and affects many people in this community. It is typically chronic following an asymptotic infection, but it can develop into 3 different forms. I will describe the role of histopathology in diagnosing this disease as well as prognosis and treatment.