Infection with fungus (usually in a yeast form) from the genus Cryptococcus, such as Cryptococcus neoformans or Cryptococcus gattii. Cryptococcosis is generally a rare condition, but about 7%-15% of people with AIDS may acquire the infection. Infection is rare but can also occur in people with a normally functioning immune system. The infection can [..]

An infectious disease due to the fungus Cryptococcus neoformans, which is acquired via the respiratory tract. It can spread from the lungs to the central nervous system (especially the membranes surro [..]

(n) a fungal infection characterized by nodular lesions--first in the lungs and spreading to the nervous system

Infection with a Fungus of the species Cryptococcus neoformans.

An infection caused by the fungus Cryptococcus neoformans. The fungus enters and infects the body through the lungs. Cryptococcosis may go away on its own, remain in the lungs, or spread throughout the body (disseminate). Most cases of cryptococcosis are in people with weakened immune systems, such as people with HIV. In people with HIV, extrapulmo [..]

Infection with a fungus of the species CRYPTOCOCCUS NEOFORMANS.

A fungal disease that may affect the respiratory tract (especially the nasal cavity), central nervous system, eyes, and skin (particularly of the face and neck of cats).

A potentially fatal disease caused by fungi that belong to the genus Cryptococcus. One of the disease-causing species, Cryptococcus gattii, was previously found only in tropical and subtropical areas, but is now found in more temperate regions.

a fungal infection which frequently causes meningitis but may also damage the liver, bone, skin and other tissues.