10 Pneumonia Causes
6. Fungi
Part of the fungal reproductive cycle is for them to release microscopic pores into the atmosphere. These spores can then be inhaled by people, and the fungi can then begin to grow in the lungs. If an infection arises, it is known as fungal pneumonia.
We are usually very resistant to fungal infections in the lungs. People that do develop such an infection are likely to have been exposed to a higher than usual volume of fungal spores. Alternatively, they may have a weakened immune system. Fungal pneumonia is usually caused by spores that are found in bird droppings or in soil.
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