Toxic Mold: A Serious Health Hazard

Most of our life is spent indoors, either at home, school or work place.  Recent changes in the building standards makes them more energy efficient but sets the stage for stagnate air, poor air quality and ideal conditions for mold growth.  If mold spore levels increase in this sealed environment, it can quickly result in toxic air quality that can affect your health.

Mold is a fungus that lives and grows all around us. Molds spread by emitting microscopic spores that travel through the air. When the spores land and conditions are right, they begin digesting the material they are on and mold colonies develop. Molds can grow and feed on almost any surface including carpet, wood, drywall, paper, dust, ductwork, insulation, wallpaper, and clothing, among many others. There are thousands of mold species and over 270 different mold types have been identified in Indiana homes.

Now you would ask, as to why should I be concerned about mold? The answer is if left unchecked, the mold can lead to structural damage of your home. It can damage your belongings by causing discoloration and decomposing materials. It can cause nuisance odors. Even worse, mold can cause serious health problems. Mold is a part of our natural environment but indoor mold can make you very sick.

Older individuals, children and people with weakened immune systems, allergies, and asthma are more sensitive to mold. Toxic Mold affects people differently but some of the most common health effects include:

·         Nasal and sinus inflammation or congestion

·         Dry, hacking cough

·         Sneezing

·         Red burning, itchy eyes

·         Upper respiratory distress

·         Chronic headaches and mood swings

·         Flu-like symptoms

·         Skin rash

·         Sore throat

·         Diarrhea

·         Chronic fatigue

·         Aggravated asthma

·         Aches and pains

·         Shortness of breath

Long-term exposure to indoor mold is dangerous.  It can be severe for children, the elderly, pregnant women, people with respiratory conditions, and those with weakened immune systems. Signs of long-term exposure include severe instances of symptoms above as well as memory loss, ear inflammation, joint pains, nosebleeds, and bleeding lungs.

By now you understand the intensity of mold problem and the necessity of mold treatment.  Get in touch with American Mold Experts, a Mold Removal Company, serving Indiana, Illinois, Ohio and Tennessee, to tackle your mold as quickly as possible.

For more information visit: www.americanmoldexperts.com or email us at [email protected]

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