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The Side Effects of House Mold

There are different varieties of household molds. The most common found in the U.S. are Alternaria and Cladosporium molds. Some molds, such as Chaetomium and Strachybotrys chartarum, release toxic spores into the air. You may not realize you have been exposed to mold spores until your health has been compromised. If you know there is a possibility that you may have been exposed to household mold, you may wish to seek medical attention.

  1. Nausea

    • You may feel nauseous, have an upset stomach or even experience vomiting if exposed to household mold.

    Respitory Problems

    • If exposed to household mold, you may wheeze or be subjected to other respiratory problems, like shortness of breath or have trouble breathing.

    Rashes

    • It is possible that you may suffer rashes on your skin if you have come in contact with household mold.

    Autoimmune Disease

    • Exposure to household mold may cause you to have autoimmune diseases and possibly become more susceptible to other viruses.

    Memory Loss

    • Breathing in toxins from household mold can cause memory loss.

    Dizziness

    • You may have periods of dizziness or experience flu-like symptoms if you have been subjected to household mold.

    Sneezing

    • Cold-like symptoms, such as sneezing and a runny nose, are common for people who have encountered household mold.

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