Thousands of mold species cover the Earth to break down organic material in the natural world. While the fungi play a significant role in nature, mold causes a variety of problems in the home, including adverse health effects. How severe these effects are depend on the mold type and the length of exposure. Professional mold remediation is the best and most effective way to remove infestations.

3 Potential Health Consequences of Mold Exposure

1. Allergic Reactions

Exposure to mold can result in a variety of allergic reactions, even if the individual does not have allergies. You might experience a lengthy dry cough in reaction to mold spores, as well as wheezing issues. Other common allergic reactions include itchy and watery eyes, runny nose, eye redness, and rashes. If you have asthma, you might notice more frequent flare-ups and other respiratory problems, such as breathing difficulties, when serious mold is present.

2. Headaches & Migraines

Headaches and migraines might occur when exposure to mold is serious and prolonged. Migraines might include symptoms other than head pain, including blurred vision, tingling or numbness in the arms and legs, light sensitivity, dizziness, fainting, nausea, and vomiting. Sinus headaches and infections can also occur due to mold-related sinus and nasal cavity inflammation.

3. Toxic Mold Syndrome

Toxic mold syndrome from exposure to black mold causes a variety of ill health effects. This particularly dangerous fungus secretes mycotoxins that land on the skin and enter the body through the mouth and nose. This illness can cause weakness and fatigue, headaches, disorientation, and joint pain and stiffness. It can also result in increased thirst and urination, abdominal pain and bloating, and diarrhea, among many other symptoms. If you have any of these symptoms, call a professional for mold remediation as soon as possible.

FloodCo provides the Flathead Valley and northwest Montana communities with mold remediation among other property disaster services, including carpet drying and fire mitigation. Rely on the fully insured and licensed contractors to restore your home to its former state to help you maintain a healthy residence. Call (406) 892-1717 to schedule mold remediation today, or visit their website for service details.