04/09/2023
MOULD IN YOUR HOME? HOW EXCESSIVE MOISTURE & MOULD AFFECTS YOUR HEALTH
⚠️ Mould produces allergens, irritants and sometimes even toxic elements. Being in an environment where you touch or simply inhale mould can trigger allergic reactions, which come in the form of red eyes, rashes, runny noses, sneezing, or leading to asthma attacks and worsening breathing for those with lung conditions. The somewhat less common but nasty form of microfungus, black mould, produces toxic spores that can lead to severe respiratory issues.
⚠️ Touching or breathing in mould can affect the body but it’s thought that rather than inhaling the spores, it’s the longer term exposure that’s particularly risky for health.
⚠️ Sneezing, wheezing, coughing, nasal congestion, respiratory infections are all quite common from mould.
⚠️ Mould may worsen allergies or asthma, or cause a flare up of skin conditions like eczema.
⚠️ It’s also possible to get a mould infection, where you may experience things like excess mucus, nail infections, skin irritation and athlete’s foot. A doctor might be able to prescribe medication to treat the underlying infection.
⚠️ Mould could also trigger new conditions, like lung infections, sinusitis or bronchitis.
⚠️ Those with pre-existing conditions are likely to be more susceptible to the effects of mould, including those with the likes of allergies, asthma, lung conditions and weaker immune systems. In the case of the latter, the body is less able to defend and protect itself when the immune system is impaired.
⚠️ Inhaled mould fragments can inflame in airways and cause irritation in the chest and throat, which is what sparks the likes of wheezing, coughing and congestion. Long term exposure can reduce the function of the lungs, create new health issues or worsen pre-existing conditions.
⚠️ Children and the elderly both typically have somewhat weaker immune systems, so they’re more vulnerable to illnesses and infections like those caused by mould. Mould exposure at a young age is thought to be capable of impacting a child’s later development, with a study by Healthy Lungs for Life showing infant exposure to mould spores in their first year of life can lead to a 14% higher chance of developing asthma in future. Furthermore, it’s important pregnant women have a hygienic environment because at the extremes mould can lead to complications for mom and baby.
If you suspect you may have mould in your home, call All Elements Services & Restoration to book a service call
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