Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA)? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA).
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Symptoms of Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA)
Symptoms of ABPA are usually those of progressive asthma. These include:
- Shortness of breath
- Wheezing
- Weakness, malaise
- Unintended weight loss
- Chest pain
As ABPA progresses, other symptoms may occur, including:
- Production of thick, brownish, and/or bloody sputum
- Low-grade fever
In severe, long-term cases, ABPA can cause:
- Bronchiectasis-widening of areas of the bronchus, usually caused by inflammation
- Scarring of lungs
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