Mold Spores
Symptoms & Illnesses caused by Mold Spores
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If you have a Mold Problem, it's presence around your home can make you feel Sick and Unwell. It is actually "Spores from Toxic Mold" that cause Allergies & Illness in humans.
When Mold is exposed to high Humidity or Water it will release "Airborne Spores" that get into the Respiratory System (Sinuses & Lungs) of persons living in the home.
Mold Exposure Symptoms
Below are some of the Symptoms for 6 Toxic Molds found in & around homes. List includes Alternaria, Aspergillus (Black), Chaetomium, Fusarium, Penicillium & Stachybotrys (Black).
- Brain Fog & Fatigue (1)
- Constipation & Diarrhea
- Cold or Hay Fever (Feels Like)
- Coughing & Breathing Difficulties
- Disorientation & Dizziness
- Eye (Damage) & Throat Irritation
- Headaches & Sinus Congestion
- Nausea & Cramping (Digestive Problems)
- Skin Irritation & Infections (Scales or Rash)
- Sneezing & Runny Nose (Constant)
Toxic Mold Spores
Because some Mold Spores produce Mycotoxins or Toxic Compounds, they should be removed. Toxic Spores are dangerous because they cause Health Problems & Disease. (2)
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Health Problems & Disease
If you have been Exposed to Toxic Mold Spores for Long Periods of Time it can cause serious Mold Illnesses like Fungal Infections & Inflammation of the Lungs.
1. Allergic Fungal Sinusitis is a serious Fungal Infection located in the Sinuses due to Environmental Mold Exposure.
2. Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis is a serious condition leading to Inflammation of the Lungs due to Exposure to Mold Spores.
Severe Reactions to Mold
A Severe Asthma Attack can happen when someone with a Mold Allergy and Asthma are exposed to Toxic Mold Spores.
Immune System
If you have a Compromised Immune System exposure to Toxic Mold Spores are even more harmful and can lead to Mucous-Membrane & Skin Infections.
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Black Mold
Stachybotrys Chartarum is a Greenish-Black Mold that can grow on material with a high cellulose content, such as Fiberboard, Gypsum Board and Paper. (3)
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Conclusion
For individuals who live in Older Homes with Damp Basements, the symptoms may occur all year round. For other people, their symptoms may occur only during the summer (humid) months.
While Prescriptions and Over-The-Counter Medications can help to manage your Symptoms, the best way is to reduce your Exposure to Mold Spores.
References
(1) Mold and Your Health - Illinois Department of Public Health - Environmental Health Fact Sheet - retrieved Nov 23, 2020.
(2) How to get rid of Mold in the House - https://theairpurifier.org/mold/black-mold-removal-guide - retrieved Nov 12, 2020.
(3) Stachybotrys Chartarum - Centers for Disease Control - https://www.cdc.gov/mold/stachy.htm - retrieved Dec 15, 2020.
Page Updated: Jan 9, 2026
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