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MoreCommon MoldsAbsidia corymbifera
Absidia corymbifera
Absidia corymbifera is found worldwide in soil and decaying organic matter (plant material/compost). In indoor environments, it has been isolated from carpet and mattress dust, potted plant soil and bird droppings.
Heath Effects Associated With Absidia corymbifera
Absidia corymbifera poses an inhalation and deep
skin (dermal) inoculation health risks especially to
individuals with weak immune systems. It also poses a health
risk related to major barrier breaks such as corneal
perforation, major surgery, peritoneal or venous catheter
presence, and injection drug use. Absidia corymbifera
has been reported to cause invasive infections in AIDS
patients and is also often associated with mycotic abortion
in animals.
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