Serious reactions to mold can lead to things as severe as fever and difficulty breathing.
Mold can grow in any home regardless of age. All it needs is the right damp environment, and a short amount of time. Your own home could have an infestation in the walls or the attic of which you may be unaware. Though mold is quite a common problem, it affects different people in vastly different ways. While some people can live their lives unaffected, others suffer dramatically. Some people simply react more strongly to mold than to others. Know the symptoms to look out for so that you can identify and treat a mold infestation in your own home.
Health Risks
The mold that grows in your home is not poisonous or toxic in and of itself, but it can still cause health issues that range from minor to quite severe. Some molds, like black mold, produce toxins called mycotoxins. These toxins attach to mold spores and drift through the air when the mold is disturbed. Mycotoxins can cause even severe issues like asthma attacks or skin irritation.
The molds that colonize in your shower, basement, or attic produce allergens that produce issues similar to spring allergies. Some individuals are highly sensitive to these, just as some people experience varying allergic reactions to pollen in the air. Other people don’t react at all and remain healthy throughout their mold infestation. These reactions are more commonly experienced by children and older household members, and can appear immediately upon exposure, or develop over time.
Symptoms
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, and you are having trouble determining a cause, consider that mold might be the culprit. Environmental Consulting Group can test your home for mold and help you with mold remediation. Look for:
- Sneezing
- Runny nose
- Itchy, red, or watering eyes
- Coughing and wheezing
- Skin rashes and irritation
Contact Environmental Consulting and Contracting Group
If you or a family member suspects the presence of mold in your home, contact the professionals at Environmental Consulting and Contracting Group. With more than 30 years in the mold remediation industry, we have the experience and tools to help you. Contact us at 410-258-3579 or 1-877-591-MOLD (6653). Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest!
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