Blastomyces dermatitidis

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Sections available in full article Classification, Distribution, Significance, Active Forms, Active Form 1, Active Form 2, Clinical Effects, Epidemiology, Pathological effects, Control, Diagnosis, Useful samples, Specimen storage, Transport of samples, Field diagnosis, Laboratory diagnosis, Sources, Publications,
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Classification


Taxonomy

  • Genus: Blastomyces .
  • Species: dermatitidis .

Etymology

  • Gk: blastos - sprout, germ; mukes - fungus.
  • Gk: derma - skin.

Distribution

  • Endemic in eastern USA.
  • Cases have been reported in Africa, Asia and Europe.

Significance

  • Cause of North American blastocmycosis, primarily a lung disease.
  • Mainly dogs and humans.
  • Rare in other species.

Sources

Publications

  • Davies Cet al(1996)Deep mycotic infections in cats.JAAHA32(5), 380-391.
  • Nasisse M Pet al(1985)Ocular changes in a cat with disseminated blastomycosis.JAVMA187(6), 629-631.
  • Jasmin A Met al(1969)Systemic blastomycosis in siamese cats.Vet Med Small Anim Clin64(1), 33-37.

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