What is another word for blastomycosis?
Pronunciation: [blˌastəmɪkˈə͡ʊsɪs] (IPA) 
Blastomycosis is a fungal infection that primarily affects the lungs and skin. This condition is caused by the fungus Blastomyces and can be life-threatening if left untreated. Synonyms for this disease include Gilchrist disease, Chicago disease, and North American blastomycosis. Other names for this infection include North American blastomycotic dermatitis, blastomycetic dermatitis, and primary pulmonary blastomycosis. Blastomycosis is most commonly found in the Midwest and Southeast regions of the United States. Symptoms of this condition include persistent cough, chest pain, fever, night sweats, chills, weight loss, and skin lesions. Treatment typically involves antifungal medications such as amphotericin B and itraconazole.
