Mold is not just an ugly sight that can damage clothing or furniture; it is a health hazard that can seriously contaminate the air you breathe. Mold produces microscopic cells called "spores" that can be spread through air, water or even on the bodies of insects.
Some people are more sensitive to mold than others. There does not have to be an extensive amount of mold in an area to affect a person. Molds produce health effects through inflammation, allergy or infection. Typial symptoms that mold-exposed persons report include:
- Respiratory issues including:
- Wheezing
- Difficulty Breathing
- Shortness of Breath
- Nasal Congestion
- Sinus Congestion
- Eye Irritation Including:
- Burning Eyes
- Watery Eyes
- Reddened Eyes
- Dry, Hacking Cough
- Nose Irritation
- Throat Irritation
- Skin Rashes
- Itchiness of Skin
Headaches, memory problems, mood swings, nosebleeds, body aches, pains and fevers are occasionally reported in mold cases as well.
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