Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) Risk Factors
What are the risk factors that lead to this condition? Are you at risk of getting Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA)? Below you'll find information on each of the known risk factors for this condition.
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Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) Risks
A risk factor is something that increases your chances of getting a disease or condition. Risk factors for ABPA include:
- Asthma-Adult
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Tuberculosis
- Sarcoidosis
- HIV and AIDS
- Lowered immune resistance, as occurs with certain cancers , chemotherapy , or after organ transplants
- Use of steroid or antimicrobial medications
- Hospitalization
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