Chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA) is a long-term fungal lung disease caused by Aspergillus. It can cause cavities and scarring in the lungs, persistent respiratory symptoms and, in some people, haemoptysis (coughing up blood).
New to CPA? Start with our main guide to chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA), which explains what CPA is, how it is diagnosed and how it is treated.
This hub brings together more detailed information about CPA, including antifungal treatment, lung cavities, haemoptysis, symptoms, monitoring and changes seen on CT scans and other imaging.
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Need specialist advice?
Find out how to access NHS aspergillosis expertise, including referral to the National Aspergillosis Centre, without necessarily paying for private care.
Can Lung Cavities Heal in Aspergillosis? – Why some lung cavities shrink, why others remain, and how doctors assess treatment success in chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA).
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