Black Mold Poisoning

A Serious Mold Health Risk

Some mold species excrete toxic gases which can lead to black mold poisoning for humans. The mold spores are also harmful to our health, but the mycotoxins or the gaseous secretions are the most harmful ones. Being overexposed to black mold spores can be fatal especially to infants and older people. Mycotoxins can be lethal to anyone regardless of age. It is important to take immediate action if you know or suspect black mold has taken a foothold in your home. You will need to contact your local water damage restoration service to have your home inspected and have any mold found remediated.

Continued Exposure

Black mold poisoning can lead to death. Our bodies can tolerate being exposed to small amounts of mycotoxins for a short time. However, large quantities of these can be very harmful to our bodies especially for those who have weak immune systems. Babies and older people are more at risk for this health hazard. People who are sick or have infections are also more susceptible to black mold allergies and black mold poisoning. Symptoms of black mold poisoning can show through coughs, anemia, chest congestions, and frequent nosebleeds. The milder signs can be further aggravated if the person is exposed more and more to mold. The symptoms are similar to hay fever. The person can have a cough, itchy eyes, a runny nose, frequent sneezing, and throat irritation.

Seek Medical Help

Once you believe that your health issues are caused by black mold poisoning or mold allergy, talk to a doctor right away. A lot of people have a serious problem and even die because they are exposed to mycotoxins. Many people still do not realize that mold allergies can lead to death. Black mold poisoning begins to show as a simple allergy, but this can get a lot worse over time and even fatal in some cases.

Don’t Ignore the Signs

You can easily spot signs of a black mold infestation. Usually, you will smell a musty scent inside your house or flat. This is a great way to recognize an infestation. Frequent inhaling of the mycotoxins is very bad so talk to a professional mold remediation service right away if you suspect black molds in your home. These people can assess the house thoroughly and see if there is black mold living in your ceiling or walls.

Early Detection

Look out for little black specks. These can be the molds that reside in the insulation or the drywall, around windows and even under the carpet. Storing damp clothes can make a breeding ground for a black mold infestation. These start as little black spots. Pretty soon they will grow and start ruining the clothes. Refrain from using towels or clothes that show black molds in them. Getting this black mold onto your skin can be very bad for your health and might lead to mold poisoning with all its consequences.