What Is a Fungal Infection?
7. Since Mold Is a Fungus, Can it Infect Me?
Surprisingly, yes, though there are several myths surrounding the notorious black mold, which is sometimes falsely thought to cause major health problems such as cancer and body pain. Any mold can cause health issues if you have allergies, asthma, or another lung condition.
Other types of mold infections, such as aspergillosis, take up residence in a person’s lungs. People prone to this type of infection usually have a weakened immune system or another underlying illness that makes them more susceptible.
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