Mold Spores
Health Issues caused by Toxic Mold Spores
By The Air Purifier
If you have Mold Growing in or around your home, its presence can make you feel Sick & Unwell. It is actually Toxic Mold Spores that cause Allergic Reactions & Illness in humans.
Mold will release Airborne Spores when exposed to High Humidity or Water. These Spores get into the Respiratory System (Sinuses & Lungs) of Persons living in the Home.
Mold Exposure Symptoms
Some of the Symptoms for 6 Toxic Molds found in Residential Areas. 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
Long-term Exposure to Toxic Mold Spores can be Dangerous & Life-Threatening if left in Home. Toxic Mold Spores cause Health Problems & Disease.
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Health Problems & Disease
Toxic Mold Spores produce Mycotoxins or Toxic Compounds and are linked to Mold Illness, Serious Complications & Reactions. (2)
Mold Illness
1. Allergic Fungal Sinusitis is a serious "Fungal Infection" located in the Sinuses due to Environmental Mold Exposure. More >>
2. Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis is a serious condition causing "Inflammation of the Lungs" from Exposure to Mold Spores. More >>
Serious Complications
If you have a Compromised Immune System it can be even more harmful and can lead to "Mucous-Membrane" and "Skin Infections."
Severe Reactions
If someone in the home has Chronic Asthma it can trigger a "Severe Asthma Attack" when exposed to Toxic Mold Spores, even for a short period of time.
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/mold-removal - retrieved Nov 12, 2020.
(3) Stachybotrys Chartarum - Centers for Disease Control - https://www.cdc.gov/mold/stachy.htm - retrieved Dec 15, 2020.
Resources
What Level of Mold Spores Is Dangerous? - Biology Insights - https://biologyinsights.com/what-level-of-mold-spores-is-dangerous/ - retrieved Aug 7, 2026.
Page Updated: September 2, 2026
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