What Happens If Aspergillosis or Other Mold Gets in Your Lungs? - Healthline
Mold is a type of fungus that grows in many places in and outside your home. It reproduces by creating spores. These spores float through the air and grow into mold when they come into contact with damp surfaces. We breathe in mold spores every day. Usually, these spores don't cause health problems, but people with respiratory disease or weakened immune systems are at an elevated risk of developing breathing issues. Some molds can trigger an allergic reaction or cause an infection in your lungs. For example, researchers estimate that as many as 2.5 percent of people globally with asthma develop an allergic reaction to molds in the Aspergillus genus. Keep reading as we look at the typical symptoms of mold in your lungs, how it's diagnosed, and what the potential treatment options are. We constantly breathe in mold spores even when we're outside. Sometimes, these spores can lead to allergic reactions or infections, especially in people with respiratory disease or compromise...