The main symptoms of Cryptococcosis are:
- Chest pain; Stiff neck; Night sweats; Mental confusion; Vision changes; Ocular, pulmonary, bone and prostate involvement. Runny nose: Dyspnea; Sneezing; Headache; Nausea; Vomiting; Sensitivity to light; Fever; Weakness; Skin lesions (nodules, edema, cellulite, rashes and wounds); Loss of motor coordination; Loss of speech.
The manifested symptoms depend on the affected organs, which can be limited to the respiratory system or extend to other organs, such as the prostate, bones and the brain (meningitis).
The most effective treatment to alleviate the symptoms of Cryptococcosis, must be done through the administration of Amphotericin B and Fluconazole, the treatment must be started as soon as possible, to decrease the patient's risk of life.
Cryptococcosis is an infectious disease, caused by a fungus called Cryptococcus neoformans. This fungus is found in fruits, cereals, trees and in the feces of birds such as pigeons, considered the main transmitters of the disease.
How to prevent cryptococcosis
The prevention of Cryptococcosis is limited to avoiding direct contact with the transmitting sources of the disease, especially pigeons.
The main preventive measures for Cryptococcosis are:
- Avoid feeding pigeons; Decrease the amount of water, food or shelter for the pigeons; The places that accumulate bird droppings should be cleaned with water and chlorine; If it is necessary to contact the birds, use gloves and protective masks; Incline surfaces to avoid landing the pigeons; Use accessories such as nylon or string, which make it difficult for pigeons to access flat surfaces such as house roofs; Use of electrified fences.
Cryptococcosis is an infectious disease that affects the respiratory and nervous systems and can lead to death. Its main symptoms are: Headache, night sweats, vomiting and lack of motor coordination.
