Cystic fibrosis complicated by allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis

Discussion:

Atopic patients are predisposed to allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) through defective immuno-regulation. Both asthma and cystic fibrosis are strongly associated with atopy. Presenting symptoms raising the possibility of ABPA in these patient groups include worsening respiratory symptoms, low-grade fever, weight loss and malaise.  

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