In 1847 Bennett described Geotrichum candidum causing a superinfection in the tuberculous cavity.[4][5] Bennett was able to differentiate infection by Geotrichum candidum from candidiasis, and diagnose the first case of geotrichosis. Other early medical case reports in 1916 and 1928 also described lung infections.[4] Most cases affect the bronchopulmonary tree, although other sites can be involved, such as oral mucosa and vagina.[4] Skin and gut infections are also known.[4] Reported cases of geotrichosis have been characterized with symptoms of chronic or acute bronchitis. Exogenous geotrichosis may arise from contact with contaminated soil, fruits or dairy products.[6]