Are you worried about mold allergy at home? Not all types of mold make you susceptible to allergies. Read on to find out more.
Mold can grow anywhere, on fallen leaves, rotting logs, or even in your home. There are numerous types of molds, but not all can cause allergic reactions. Only a few dozen types cause allergies. Let’s discuss some molds that can cause allergies:
Stachybotrys
Stachybotrys happens to be one of the toxic types of mold. It is often regarded as ‘black mold”. It can negatively impact your health but its effects are not as harmful as some of the other mold species.
It’s most often found in an environment plagued by moisture disruption. A wet surface with cellulose is the favorite growing area for Stachybotrys. This greenish-black mold is often found on gypsum boards and fiberboards and other building materials damaged by water. Hence, you should consider fixing issues as you come across water damage anywhere in your home to prevent its growth.
Cladosporium
Found on old plants, plant litter, and soil, Cladosporium is a common type of mold. It can also be found in your home in areas that have high moisture, such as bathrooms and kitchens.
While too much exposure to this mold can cause eye, sinus, and skin infections, the dangers associated with human illness and allergies are considerably rare. Plus, it has been shown to be an asthma trigger for allergy patients. If you suddenly face difficulty in breathing, wheezing, or chest tightness, you might have been infected. To avoid the growth of this mold, keep a strict check on humidity levels.
Aspergillus
Aspergillus is among the most common types of mold which release spores in the air we breathe. The reason why it has this name is that it makes people with weak immune systems vulnerable to Aspergillosis, which is a group of diseases that can cause eye infections and various other allergic reactions.
Harmful to both allergy sufferers and non-sufferers, aspergillus can be found on the coil, compost piles, stored grain, decaying plant debris, leather, building items, clothing, cellars, and basements, depending on the amount of moisture present on them. Since its spores exist in the air, it can be difficult to avoid them completely. Those sensitive to allergic reactions should move out of the home during the cleaning procedures.
Alternaria
Alternaria is fungi found all around you. It can result in serious infections in respiratory tracts of people with compromised or sensitive immune systems.
They grow on specific items such as paper, canvas, cardboard, and textiles when exposed to a damp environment. They enter homes from outdoor sources and spread everywhere via the central air conditioning systems.
Penicillium
Commonly found on fabrics and building materials, Penicillium comes into being from food spoils. This mold type is not only a major cause of allergies, including asthma and hay fever, but it can also contribute to occupational illnesses such as Woodman’s lung and Cheese washer’s lung. To prevent the growth of the mold, avoid food spoilage and carry out regular cleaning.
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