by Eileen Hughes

Created on: March 11, 2008   Last Updated: March 15, 2008

Symptoms of Mold Allergies

Mold can be found almost anywhere in the world. In particular, mold spores are even in the fresh air that we breathe in everyday. Fungus or mold spores are released into the air, similar to the way that pollens released from our flowers and plants, which can cause an allergic reaction.

Mold grows in a variety of places

Mold can grow our outside sheds, on any rotting wood or amongst the rocks or leaves in the back yard. Most people will associate mold with growing in our bathrooms. We notice it mainly in the corners or base of our shower recess, or on the shower curtains. It will grow even in the walls of your home if; they are continually wet or damp. Although, there are many more places where mold grows, for instance:

In our pillows
In Refrigerator doors
Under the kitchen sink
Air conditioners
Rubbish bins and carpets

Allergic to Penicillin

It is hard to believe that mold can cause so many different types of allergies to people of all ages. You may be more at risk if either of your parents suffered from mold allergies. As my husband is allergic to Penicillin, he is more likely to have an allergic reaction to mold because of that. If you are allergic to penicillin there is another reason of concern.

How often have you seen the green mold on cheese? Most people cut the affected area off and eat the rest. However, if you are allergic to penicillin, this is another form of penicillin-and the simple act of cutting off the green affected area is not sufficient, as the cheese will still have penicillin in the whole piece of cheese and will still be enough to cause an allergic reaction.

Many mold sufferers believe they are suffering from a simple cold when in fact it is an allergy to mold causing the flue like symptoms.

Symptoms of Mold

Mold spores normally attach themselves to the lining of our nose, which then causes the various symptoms. The most common and noticeable symptoms from mold are a runny nose, watery and itchy red eyes, hives, headaches and sinus, and difficulty in breathing.

The toxic mold Symptoms could cause, dizziness, nausea, anemia, rashes on your skin, memory loss, difficulty in breathing, and the more serious cases could result in death.

Avoid the risks of mold growing in your home

There are many ways to help avoid the risk of mold contamination, especially in your home. Reduce the amount of dampness by making sure to dry your floors and never store damp clothes in cupboards. Install proper air vents in the bathroom, toilet, and

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