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Hello my name is kyra and my boyfriend has been sick for 6 weeks now. He went to the doctor and they said that he may have valley fever and that they want xrays before they confirm that. The lady that took the xrays said theres something under his lung. How long would it take for him to get better if he does have valley fever? thannks for your time
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Valley fever is an extreme rare condition we have to confirm the diagnosis before commencing the treatment. Valley fever respond well to antifungals and can be cured within couple of weeks. Consult a physician or a pulmonologist and he will direct you accordingly.
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How Long Does Valley Fever Take To Get Cured?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Valley fever is an extreme rare condition we have to confirm the diagnosis before commencing the treatment. Valley fever respond well to antifungals and can be cured within couple of weeks. Consult a physician or a pulmonologist and he will direct you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.