Atypical Presentation of Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: An Unusual Case of Undiagnosed Bronchial Asthma

Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) is caused by a hypersensitivity reaction to Apergillus fumigatus. Presentation includes wheezing, expectoration of brownish mucus plugs, pulmonary opacities and/or central bronchiectasis on chest imaging. ABPA in patients without previously diagnosed asthma or cystic fibrosis is a rare occurrence. Here we present an adult female with ABPA and undiagnosed asthma.
Source: Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology - Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Source Type: research