Penicillium

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.

Clinical Information

• Further debilitates the immune system of already suppressed persons.

• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's) are attributed to this mold at certain stages of its existence.

• Prolonged use of antibiotics, which are used to treat Penicillium infections, further debilitates the immune system making it more difficult to fight off other infections.

• Penicillium infections are a class of secondary infections which can be fatal to persons with severely compromised immune systems.

• Persons who develop chemical sensitivities or MCS almost always are allergic to molds at an earlier stage of their lives.