Toxic mold refers to any mold that produces mycotoxins in its spores. Mycotoxins are generally recognized to be cytotoxic, meaning they have the capacity to pass through the human cellular wall and disrupt certain cellular processes. This leads to serious health problems down the road.
The four most dangerous indoor toxic molds include; Stachybotrys (Black Mold), Cladosporium, Penicillium, and Aspergillus. These 4 types of molds can be potentially found inside your home.
Molds don’t always have to be toxic to cause health problems. Non-toxic indoor molds in elevated levels can cause health problems as well. All molds have the potential to cause health effects, as they can trigger allergic reactions or even asthma attacks in people allergic to mold.
The most important toxic mold prevention step is to keep indoor humidity less than 60% year-round. You should regularly inspect all areas of your household for evidence of roof leaks, plumbing leaks, basement/crawl space water intrusion problems, flooding, and visible mold growths.
Test for elevated levels of airborne toxic mold spores early-on by mold testing indoor air all around one’s home.
Pay attention to any sudden health symptoms, such as skin rashes, fatigue, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, allergies, or any other severe symptoms. These can include central nervous system problems, coughing up blood, or even signs of cancer.
People differ significantly in their sensitivity and reaction to toxic mold exposure. This means that your home still needs to be inspected and tested for mold for the health protection of the mold-sensitive persons, as well as for the others.
Do not use ineffective bleach to try to kill mold growth.
Use an EPA-registered fungicide, or a mold cleaner generally regarded as safe such as boric acid powder, or a high output ozone generator to safely destroy the mold.
Toxic mold must be both killed and removed with safety precautions such as; wearing proper protective gear such as a full face breathing mask with organic vapor filters, biohazard suit, and safety gloves.
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