A genus of mold which can be found within indoor environments. Certain species are pathogenic (harmful to human health) and cause severe sickness to those who are affected.
Effects on Human Health
Symptoms of Contamination
Lung Infections
Respiratory Infections
Skin Infections
Chronic Illness
Loss of Sleep
Chemical Sensitivities
Ear Aches
Headaches
Disorientation
Flu like Symptoms
Runny Nose
Congestion
Hyper sensitivities
Method of Transmission
Airborne Inhalation
Clinical Information
Weakens the immune system by suppressing the white blood cell amount and can cause constant weakness or chronic fatigue.
Preliminary analysis reveals that Trichoderma has been linked to impotence.
Prolonged use of antibiotics, which are used to treat penicillium infections, further debilitate the immune system making it more difficult to fight off other infections.
Further debilitates the immune system of already suppressed persons.
Volatile Organic Compounds(VOC) are attributed to this mold at certain stages of its existence.
