Pathology · Respiratory System · Hard
Aspergillus
Meaning: Genus of moulds whose airborne spores can cause lung infection in vulnerable people.
In practice: Aspergillus colonised the old tuberculosis cavity, forming a fungal ball.
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Answer: Cestode
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