Valley Fever (Coccidioidomycosis)
Learn About Valley Fever (Coccidioidomycosis)
Some people can catch Valley fever by breathing in the microscopic fungal spores, but certain groups with immune problems are at higher risk. Find out more about the infection and how it affects your body.
Valley Fever (Coccidioidomycosis) Symptoms and Diagnosis
Many people infected with coccidioidomycosis have no or minimal symptoms, and it is often misdiagnosed. For people with more severe illness, early diagnosis is important to allow appropriate follow-up and treatment.
Treating and Managing Valley Fever
Most people diagnosed with coccidioidomycosis will not require treatment and the disease will go away on its own. If symptoms persist for months however, your doctor may be able to prescribe medication and an action plan for prolonged treatment.
Newly Diagnosed with Valley Fever (Coccidioidomycosis )
Most people recover from Valley fever without long lasting symptoms. However, some people will have ongoing problems, including lung infections that last for years.
