cryptococcosis

[ krip-toh-ko-koh-sis ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. a disease caused by the fungus Cryptococcus neoformans, chiefly found in soil contaminated by pigeon droppings, and characterized by lesions, especially of the nervous system and lungs.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cryptococcosis¹

From New Latin, dating back to 1935–40; cryptococcus, -osis

Example Sentences

The universities said the work was part of a larger international effort to help fight cryptococcosis.

From BBC

Health experts say pigeon droppings have been associated with three diseases: Histoplasmosis, cryptococcosis and psittacosis.

From Seattle Times

Histoplasmosis and cryptococcosis are fungal diseases with symptoms that can include fatigue and fever.

From Seattle Times