Aspergillosis prevention


 * Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: ; Ujjwal Rastogi, MBBS [mailto:urastogi@perfuse.org]

Overview
The main way to prevent aspergillosis is to avoid exposure to the aspergillus fungus.

Primary Prevention
It is difficult to avoid breathing in normal levels of Aspergillus spores.

For people with weakened immune systems or severe lung diseases, there are steps that can be taken to help reduce exposure, including:


 * Wear an N95 mask when near or in a dusty environment such as construction sites
 * Avoid activities that involve close contact to soil or dust, such as yard work or gardening
 * Use air quality improvement measures such as HEPA filters
 * Take prophylactic antifungal medication if deemed necessary by your healthcare provider
 * Clean skin injuries well with soap and water, especially if the injury has been exposed to soil or dust