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According to the Environmental Protection Agency, molds are
usually not a problem indoors, unless mold spores land on a wet
or damp spot and begin growing. Molds have the potential to
cause health problems. Molds produce allergens (substances that
can cause allergic reactions), irritants, and in some cases,
potentially toxic substances (mycotoxins). Inhaling or touching
mold or mold spores may cause allergic reactions in sensitive
individuals. Allergic responses include hay fever-type
symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, red eyes, and skin rash
(dermatitis). Allergic reactions to mold are common. They can
be immediate or delayed. Molds can also cause asthma attacks in
people with asthma who are allergic to mold. In addition, mold
exposure can irritate the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs of
both mold-allergic and non-allergic people. Symptoms other than
the allergic and irritant types are not commonly reported as a
result of inhaling mold. Research on mold and health effects is
ongoing. For more detailed information consult a health
professional. You may also wish to consult your state or local
health department.
(from
http://www.epa.gov/mold/moldbasics.html ) (c)
Crossroads Engineering Inc
Garth Haslem / Josh Shepherd
(801) 763-1932
garth@crossroadsengineers.com
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