How do you treat toxic mold exposure?

How do you treat toxic mold exposure?

Options include:

1. avoiding the allergen whenever possible.
2. a nasal rinse, to flush mold spores out of the nose.
3. antihistamines, to stop a runny nose, sneezing, and itchiness.
4. decongestant nasal sprays, a short term remedy for congestion.
5. nasal corticosteroids, to reduce inflammation.
6. oral decongestants, to reduce congestion.

How can you protect yourself from mold exposure?

Protecting Yourself During Mold Cleanup

1. Avoid breathing in mold or mold spores. In order to limit your exposure to airborne mold spores, you may want to wear an N-95 respirator, available at many hardware stores and from companies that advertise on the Internet.
2. Wear gloves.
3. Wear goggles.

What happens if you are exposed to toxic mold?

Some people are sensitive to molds. For these people, exposure to molds can lead to symptoms such as stuffy nose, wheezing, and red or itchy eyes, or skin. Some people, such as those with allergies to molds or with asthma, may have more intense reactions.

Does wearing a mask help with mold exposure?

Wearing a mask around mold, particularly an N95 respirator, is the best line of defense against unpleasant or life-threatening side effects. The integrated filtration system will capture and block harmful mold spores, preventing inhalation.

How long does it take to recover from mold toxicity?

As you kill the mold and there are less organisms in your body, you will start to feel better. It took my husband six months to become free and clear of mold while it took me a year and a half. Even though I am currently back on my detox regimen due to a new mold exposure, which is another story, I feel good.

What is considered long term mold exposure?

Toxic mold exposure is also connected to more serious, long-term effects like insomnia, memory loss, trouble concentrating and confusion. Mold exposure contributes to depression and anxiety. It can even lead to muscle cramps, numbness in extremities, weight gain, light sensitivity and hair loss.

What happens if you breathe in mold for too long?

Pathogenic molds can worsen symptoms of acute illnesses. This can cause severe infections, even to people who are in good health. If pathogenic mold is inhaled by someone, they might develop a lung infection, such as pneumonia.