Any mold that produces mycotoxins—the “myco” refers to fungus—is toxic, and it can be quite poisonous. If you’re noticing signs of toxic mold in the house, it could point to one of the more alarming varieties, such as Stachybotrys chartarum. Dense, black and usually present where
moisture has been a long-term issue (such as in a damp basement or abandoned home), this fungus can trigger a slew of health issues, including persistent headaches, diarrhea, breathing trouble and—in very rare cases—heart problems and memory issues. But other mold types can also cause harm, warns the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): “All molds should be treated the same with respect to potential health risks and removal.”
Mold can also damage your walls, flooring and appliances. So, if you notice signs of toxic mold in the house, you need to have it removed, says allergist and immunologist Purvi Parikh, MD, a clinical instructor at the NYU Grossmann School of Medicine in New York City. “You will continue to react to it if you are allergic. It is especially troublesome for those who develop breathing problems from the mold, such as asthma.”
But how do you know if you’ve been exposed to mold? We consulted Dr. Parikh and other experts to help you stay safe. Read on for signs of toxic mold in your home—and tips from the experts on what to do about it.
A few symptoms of possible mold exposure reported by people include itchy, watery eyes, sinus congestion, sore throat, coughing, headaches, and skin irritation to name a few. Generally, fungus can cause many other physiological problems in our bodies leading to disease.
WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND CONSULTING A FULLY INFORMED FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE MEDICAL DOCTOR/PRACTICIONER to determine if mold is causing problems in your body. Inhalation exposure to elevated mold spores is certainly one of the pathways as is dermal, mucus membranes and ingestion (foods, usually).
The only way to know for certain if there is a mold problem is by hiring a professional, licensed mold assessor to perform a thorough & detailed inspection, testing and to develop a mold remediation protocol (or assessment). Indoor Microbial Specialist (IMS) are experts in mold contamination, testing and mold assessments.
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