Mold Allergies - Learn About The
Symptoms
Mold allergies are one of the main health
problems that affect people of all ages.
There are thousands of molds, although some
of them do not cause any allergies at all.
In fact there are only about 12 different
kinds of molds that can cause a serious
allergy. It is possible that mold might be
the major reason that people have seasonal
allergies. Mold spores are very tiny and
they are airborne, which makes it possible
for you to have mold anywhere in your home.
However, the most common reason for mold
allergies is mold growing in areas where
there is a lot of moisture.
The most common symptoms of mold
allergies are watery eyes, wheezing, stuffed
up nose, shortness of breath and asthma. A
mild mold allergy may not even require you
to seek medical attention, whereas other
symptoms may be so severe that they require
hospitalization. A Stachybotrys allergy has
been known to cause bleeding in the lungs of
infants, especially when it is combined with
exposure to second hand smoke. The
Stachybotrys atra mold can cause disorders
of the nervous system, such as the inability
to concentrate, changes in personality and
sleep disorders.
Where is the mold that usually causes
the mold allergies?
The Stachybortrys mold grows on areas
that get soaked in water and are not
completely dried out. This is the common
cause of mold allergies in homes that have
experienced flooding. Other areas in the
home where mold is commonly found when you
go looking for the source of your mold
allergy includes basements, closets, shower
stalls in bathrooms, fresh food stored in
cupboards and the refrigerator, foam
pillows, garbage containers and house
plants.
You can control your mold allergies by
containing or reducing the amount of mold in
your home. Some ways you can do this include
keeping the level of humidity below 40%. You
can use an air conditioner or a dehumidifier
in times when the humidity is really high
and in so doing help to keep down the
severity of your mold allergy. You do need
to ensure that your kitchen and bathroom are
ventilated. If you have a HEPA filter,
change the filters on a regular basis. If
the filters are clogged they are not going
to do much to take the mold spores out of
the air in your home.
There are some people whose mold
allergies flare up when they eat certain
foods. These include such foods as cheese,
mushrooms, dried fruits, and foods
containing yeast. These foods actually
contain mold, which will certainly aggravate
a mold allergy. There are many different
types of products on the market to help you
with your mold allergies, but the best thing
is to try to eliminate mold from your home.
If you are looking for a professional
mold removal company please call us
today at 800.828.4398 or complete
our
online request form.
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