What are the symptoms of exposure to mold?
Effects from exposure to toxic mold can result in any of the following symptoms: • headaches • memory loss • problems focusing or concentrating • chronic fatigue • nose and throat irritation • persistent cold-like symptoms • burning, itching or watering eyes • dizziness • nausea • tremors • heart palpitations • shortness of breath (during mild exertion) • exhaustion after routine activity • serious swelling in legs, ankles, feet • serious swelling in torso or stomach • prolonged muscle cramps and joint pain • sensitivity to odors • cancer • women who are pregnant could experience multiple problems, even miscarriages •
A. According the California Department of Health Services, the most common symptom is an allergic reaction. Other reactions may include one or a combination of the following: respiratory problems, such as wheezing, and difficulty in breathing; nasal and sinus congestion; eyes-burning, watery, reddened, blurry vision, light sensitivity; dry, hacking cough; sore throat; nose and throat irritation; shortness of breath; skin irritation; central nervous system problems (constant headaches, memory problems and mood changes); aches and pains; and possible fever.
Exposure to molds can cause a number of symptoms, including cough, sore throat, itchy skin and rash, visual problems, and gastrointestinal complaints. More severe problems such as hypertension and depression may also occur. Many of these symptoms may be attributable to allergic symptoms that initially present. Often symptoms are persistent, meaning they do not resolve themselves in a reasonable amount of time. See your doctor if your symptoms persist. What lung diseases are caused by molds? Many lung diseases can be caused by molds. Asthma and allergies can be made worse by the presence of mold. Other specific lung diseases can occur depending on the type of mold found in the home. These include diseases such as Histoplasmosis, Blastomycosis, Coccidiomycosis, and Cryptococosis. Aspergillus can also result from exposure to molds. Bacterial and fungal infections may occur and can mimic the above diseases. How should sampling for mold be carried out? Surface of airborne sampling for mold
Effects from exposure to toxic mold can result in any of the following symptoms: headaches, memory loss, problems focusing or concentrating, chronic fatigue, nose and throat irritation, persistent cold-like symptoms, burning, itching or watering eyes, dizziness, nausea, tremors, heart palpitations, shortness of breath (during mild exertion), exhaustion after routine activity, serious swelling in legs, ankles, feet, serious swelling in torso or stomach, prolonged muscle cramps and joint pain, sensitivity to odors, cancer, women who are pregnant could experience multiple problems, even miscarriages. Return to Top If mold is everywhere, why has it suddenly become a problem now? A better understanding within the medical community of which symptoms can actually be attributed to exposure to certain types of mold. Expanded land usage and development into areas which are conducive to mold growth. A better understanding of construction methods and what processes foster mold growth. Return to To
According the California Department of Health Services, the most common symptom is an allergic reaction. Other reactions may include one or a combination of the following: respiratory problems, such as wheezing, and difficulty in breathing; nasal and sinus congestion; eyes-burning, watery, reddened, blurry vision, light sensitivity; dry, hacking cough; sore throat; nose and throat irritation; shortness of breath; skin irritation; central nervous system problems (constant headaches, memory problems and mood changes); aches and pains; and possible fever.
