Moulds--occupational and environmental hazards
Wiszniewska, M.; Walusiak, J.; Gutarowska, B.; Zakowska, Z.; Pałczyński, C.
Medycyna Pracy 55(3): 257-266
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 0465-5893 PMID: 15493501 Document Number: 570803
This paper reviews the most common health effects of exposure to moulds. Allergens of mould may induce rhinitis or bronchial asthma, whereas occupational exposure frequently leads to hypersensitivity pneumonitis. Moulds also reveal cancerogenic and neurotoxic properties. They may cause serious infections, organic dust toxic syndrome and sick building syndrome. Methods used to evaluate exposures and decrease concentrations of spores in the house environment are also presented.