Possible Health Effects of Mycotoxins

Possible Health Effects of Mycotoxins

Chronic effects of common mycotoxins:

  • Aflatoxin: Liver cancer, lung cancer
  • Citrinin: Kidney and respiratory disease
  • Citroviridin: Neurotoxic / brain disease
  • Gliotoxin: Lung disease
  • Ochratoxin: Kidney and liver disorders
  • Patulin: Lung hemorrhage and brain disease
  • Satratoxin: Neurotoxic / brain disease
  • Trichothecenes: Immune suppression, skin disease, respiratory disorders, birth defects, organ damage ​
  • Zearalenone: Altered immune system, damage to reproductive organs