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Types of mold: Aspergillus

a mold colony on an agar plate (aspergillus niger)

January 23, 2016 //  by John Skelly

There are many different strains of fungus and mold, not all types behave in the same manor, and some are more common than others. Today we are highlighting Aspergillus one of the most common types of mold which can lead to a fungal infection called Aspergillosis.

Aspergillus holds no bias for indoors or outdoors, it literally grows anywhere! Although people with healthy immune systems breathe it in almost every day without showing signs, symptoms or being “sick”, there are a certain group of the population that have a higher risk of allergic reactions, lung infections and infection spread due to the exposure to these specific spores.

Anyone with a weakened immune system or with existing lung disease are at a higher risk when exposed to Aspergillus. People with asthma, cystic fibrosis, tuberculosis or sarcoidosis are particularly susceptible to contracting Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA). The good news is that allergic forms of aspergillosis are generally not life threatening and are treatable.

For more information on Aspergillosis or other fungal disease, please visit CDC.GOV. In the meantime, do your best to reduce your exposure to all types of mold and prevent yourself from the health risks that it can create. If someone you know or love is dealing with a disease that may compromise their immune system such as the diseases described above, share our blog with them so that they can be more informed!

As always, we are here to help you with your mold related problems from remediation to water damage and restoration. With our experience and knowledge, we can assist you in making informed decisions based on your specific situation.

Category: UncategorizedTag: aspergillus, Mold, mold exposure, mold remediation

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