What are the symptoms and how is it diagnosed?

The most common symptoms of aspergillosis are pain in this sinuses, nose, or ear canal; facial swelling; cough and difficulty breathing; chest pain; and fever and night sweats.

Because there are many infections that can cause the symptoms associated with aspergillosis, a healthcare provider will most likely order an x-ray or CT scan to look at the lungs. Aspergillosis usually results in noticeable lesions – called "fungus balls" – in the lungs that can be seen by trained medical experts. From there, it is sometimes necessary to collect fluid or tissue from the lungs in order to confirm the diagnosis.

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