Chrysonilia sitophila
Chrysonilia sitophila has a wide distribution. It
is commonly referred to as “red bread mould”. It
has been isolated from carpet and mattress dust.
Health Effects Associated With Chrysonilia sitophila
Chrysonilia sitophila poses health risk related to
major barrier breaks such as corneal perforation, major
surgery, peritoneal or venous catheter presence, and
injection drug use.
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