Although the various species of black mold fungi can cause severe respiratory distress and allergy symptoms in some people, there are no scientific studies that have made the link between them and cancer, although many people cite anecdotal evidence linking leukemia to the presence of mold in buildings. The science of airborne molds and fungi is just getting off the ground. yes it has given me cancer im dying at age 15
Chronic sinus infections and allergic symptoms can indicate constant exposure to black mold. Toxic mold poisoning not only irritates the mucous membranes but also causes damage to the nervous system. This might cause headaches; decreased attention span, concentration and mental acuity; and dizziness. Bleeding in the lungs is one of the more severe symptoms of black mold poisoning.
Answer: Mold itself probably not. However the toxins caused by the mold will make you very sick, but it would have to be pretty extreme to be able to kill you.
Also its presence can result in adverse health symptoms.
Allergic reactions to mold are the most common health effects of mold. Mold allergy symptoms and signs include :-
wheezing, rash, watery eyes, runny nose, itchy eyes, coughing, redness of the eyes etc...
The best way to prevent mold in the home is the control of moisture.
does black mold cause leukemia
high blood presure
Yes! If you have black mold in your home have it professionally taken care of immediately. Black mold is so TOXIC that in small infants and toddlers it has been known to cause death.
No.
Black mold exposure can cause respiratory issues, which may worsen underlying lung conditions like pleurisy. However, pleurisy is an inflammation of the lining of the lungs and chest, not directly caused by black mold. If you suspect black mold exposure, consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Black molds are more dangerous. They can cause serious health problems for you. Skin is the primary concern after mold attack.
Common black mold symptoms are sneezing, skin irritation, headache, coughing, watery eyes, fever, vomiting, diarrhea and chills. Black mold can result cause brain and lung damage as well as cancer.
Black mold can cause severe health problems in any person, in about every system of the body. In pregnant women, it can cause infertility and miscarriage, and a fetus that survives that may suffer developmental problems.
Black mold is often used in reference to toxic mold and are known to cause health risk to humans and animals. But not all black molds are toxic and also they are not always black. Penicillium are very common indoors and even in clean environments. There can be traces of poison but the viability of spores is not being toxic.
Black bread mold is a type of fungi. It belongs to the fungal kingdom and specifically to the Ascomycota division. It is a common mold that grows on bread and other food items.
me and another person both got shingles when cleaning mold in a basement. doctors say no but there was obviously a connection.
Black mold is very toxic and gives off mycotoxins. These spores are very allergenic and can cause sever respiratory problems for adults. They also can be damaging towards children and pets. The black mold produces a group of mycotoxins called trichothecenes.