What Is Histoplasmosis?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
5. Risk Factors
Anybody that lives in an area where the fungus is present stands a chance of contracting it. However, people that take part in certain activities are more likely to catch it than others are. This largely means people that are more likely to be exposed to the soil that can contain the spores.
This tends to include farmers and landscape gardeners. People that work in construction are also going to be more exposed to the spores, while people that enjoy caving as a hobby are also in a higher risk bracket. If you are in one of the higher risk categories, it is a good idea to take precautions such as wearing protective masks.
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