Aspergillosis

Aspergillosis is a condition caused by aspergillus mould. There are several different types of aspergillosis. Most affect the lungs and cause breathing difficulties.

How you get aspergillosis

Aspergillosis is usually caused by inhaling tiny bits of mould. The mould is found in lots of places, including:

soil, compost and rotting leaves
plants, trees and crops
dust
damp buildings
air conditioning systems

You cannot catch aspergillosis from someone else or from animals.

Most people who breathe in the mould do not get ill.

Aspergillosis is rare in healthy people

You're usually only at risk of aspergillosis if you have:

a lung condition – such as asthma, cystic fibrosis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
a weakened immune system – for example, if you have had an organ transplant or are having chemotherapy
had tuberculosis (TB) in the past

Symptoms of aspergillosis

Symptoms of aspergillosis include:

shortness of breath
a cough – you may cough up blood or lumps of mucus
wheezing (a whistling sound when breathing)
a high temperature of 38C or above
weight loss

If you already have a lung condition, your existing symptoms may get worse.

Non-urgent advice:See a GP if you have:

a cough for more than 3 weeks
a lung condition that's getting worse or harder to control with your usual treatment
a weakened immune system and symptoms of aspergillosis

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How you get aspergillosis

Aspergillosis is rare in healthy people