What are the Health Effects of Mold Growth?
Posted by Diana Freedman on Thu, Feb 10, 2011 @ 03:50 PM
Mold growth can have minor to serious health effects. You should be familiar with the effects so that you can detect mold growth if anyone in your family starts experiencing these symptoms.
Can mold make you sick?
The answer is YES, mold can make you sick. This is why it's so important to contact a mold removal specialist immediately after you see the first signs of mold. Research has revealed that mold does have adverse effects on humans. But it's important to know that mold has different effects on different individuals. If only one person in your family shows symptoms of mold allergies, your home could still be contaminated with mold.
What are the most common symptoms of mold exposure?
The most common symptoms an idividual can suffer from after mold exposure include:
- Eye irritation
- Runny nose
- Coughing
- Sinus pressure
- Headache
- Throat irritation
- Chest tightness
- Fatigue
What are the more serious symptoms of mold exposure?
Although these symptoms are not as common, here are the more serious symptoms individuals may suffer from following mold exposure:
- Asthma
- Vomiting
- Internal bleeding
- Organ damage
How can you be exposed to mold?
The growth of any indoor mold can pose a threat to humans. There are several different ways an individual can be exposed to mold:
- Through ingesting mold
- By inhaling mold
- By touching mold
If you suspect that your home is contaminated by mold, hesitating simply isn't worth the risk it could pose on yourself and your family.
Have you ever suffered from symptoms of mold exposure? Share your experiences in the comments below.
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