Question

Which of the following microorganism is majorly responsible for condition 'Farmer's Lung'? Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. Micropolyspora faeni
• B. Cryptosporidium hominis
• C. Cryptococcus gattii
• D. Hymenolepis nana

Hint:

Farmer's Lung is triggered by inhaling organic dust from farming activities, with Micropolyspora faeni being one of the primary culprits.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Farmer's Lung is a type of hypersensitivity pneumonitis, which is an inflammatory condition of the lungs caused by inhaling organic dust, including mold spores, bacteria, and fungi, commonly found in hay, straw, and other agricultural products. The microorganism most commonly responsible for this condition is Micropolyspora faeni, which is a mold found in agricultural environments, particularly in stored hay. This mold triggers an immune response in sensitive individuals, leading to inflammation in the lungs.
- Cryptosporidium hominis is a protozoan parasite that causes gastrointestinal illness, not related to Farmer's Lung.
- Cryptococcus gattii is a fungus that causes infections in immunocompromised individuals but is not linked to Farmer's Lung.
- Hymenolepis nana is a parasitic worm (tapeworm) that affects the intestines and is unrelated to Farmer's Lung. Thus, the correct answer is (1) Micropolyspora faeni.