Fungal exposure in homes of patients with sarcoidosis - an environmental exposure study
Environmental HealthPublished 20 January 2011Open access
Marjeta Terčelj, Barbara Salobir, Matevž Harlander, Ragnar Rylander
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The higher activities of NAHA enzyme found in homes of subjects with active and recurrent sarcoidosis suggest that exposure to fungi is related to the risk of sarcoidsosis.
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The higher activities of NAHA enzyme found in homes of subjects with active and recurrent sarcoidosis suggest that exposure to fungi is related to the risk of sarcoidosis. Further environmental studies to assess the importance of this exposure for subjects with sarcoidosis are warranted. The results suggest that remedial actions in homes with high levels of fungi may be justified.
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