Hospitalists in the United States can expect to earn a very generous salary, with average salaries (in the ballpark of $195K) surpassing six figures annually. Location is the biggest factor affecting pay for this group, followed by experience level.
Symptoms of a fungal lung infection depend on the underlying cause. Fungal lung infection can cause cough, fatigue, and fever. Other symptoms include joint pains, muscle aches, and loss of appetite. The fungus can spread from the lungs to the skin, where it causes a rash and forms ulcers.
Fungal diseases caused by C. immitis, H. capsulatum, Aspergillus and other airborne pathogens often affect the respiratory system, causing symptoms similar to flu, pneumonia and even tuberculosis. These fungi also can spread to tissues throughout the body, causing disseminated disease.