A client has the diagnosis of "valley fever" accompanied by myalgias and arthralgias.What treatment should the nurse educate the client on?

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"Valley fever," or coccidioidomycosis,is a fungal infection.Many people do not need treatment and the disease resolves on its own.However,the presence of joint and muscle pain indicates a moderate infection that needs treatment with antifungal medications.IV amphotericin is reserved for pregnant women and those with severe infection.Anti-inflammatory medications may be used to treat muscle aches and pain but are not used long term.

A Client Has the Diagnosis of "Valley Fever" Accompanied by Myalgias