This protocol applies to patients with uncomplicated coccidioidal pneumonia who present with mild or nondebilitating symptoms — or whose clinical illness has substantially improved or resolved by the time of diagnosis — and who have no overt immunosuppressing condition.
Management in this setting centres on patient education, close observation, and supportive measures including a structured plan for physical reconditioning …
The complete regimen, follow-up schedule, and full structured guidance are available in the protocol below.
DOI: 10.1093/cid/ciw360
We recommend patient education, close observation, and supportive measures such as reconditioning physical therapy for patients who appear to have mild or nondebilitating symptoms, or who have substantially improved or resolved their clinical illness by the time of diagnosis (strong, low).
Patients with uncomplicated pulmonary coccidioidomycosis should have a management plan that incorporates regular medical follow-up, health education, and a plan for physical reconditioning (strong, low).