So how could your cat become infected with histoplasmosis? Most likely by inhaling fungal spores, which then set up camp in the lungs and multiply, causing a localized infection. Your cat can also become infected through oral transmission, where the organism then causes an infection in the intestines.
What causes fungus in cats lungs?
Causes of Fungal Infection Of The Lungs in Cats Compromised immune system. Inhalation of fungal spores. Ingestion of fungal spores in water. Exposure to fungal spores in soil.
Where do fungal lung infections come from?
Fungal pneumonia is an infectious process in the lungs caused by one or more endemic or opportunistic fungi. Fungal infection occurs following the inhalation of spores, after the inhalation of conidia, or by the reactivation of a latent infection.
How do indoor cats get fungal infections?
Fungi (funguses) which lead to infections in cats typically live in the soil where they can be inhaled, ingested, or find their way into an animal's body through open cuts or scrapes.
How serious is a fungal infection in the lungs?
Fungal infections in the lungs can be more serious and often cause symptoms that are similar to other illnesses, such as bacterial pneumonia or tuberculosis. Finding the correct diagnosis can be difficult and cause delays in getting the right treatment.
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