If you have damp, humid places in your crawlspace, attic, basement, bathroom, kitchen, laundry room, or anywhere else in your home, you could have undetected mold growth. While not everyone is allergic to mold, mold poses a serious health risk to those who do, and it should always be removed regardless of physical reaction. Mold allergies result from the releasing of mold spores into the air, which can irritate the respiratory system and provoke mild to severe allergic responses. Mold allergy symptoms include coughing, sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, wheezing, red eyes, rash, and itchy eyes. Very severe reactions (which require immediate medical attention) include fever and difficulty breathing. Immunocompromised individuals, asthma sufferers, smokers, and people with respiratory infections are at greater risk for severe reactions to mold exposure.*

Diagnosing a mold allergy requires a visit to the doctor, where the doctor will likely use a skin prick and/or blood test to determine allergic response. Treatment might include anti-fungal medication, nasal corticosteroids, antihistamines, or oral decongestants. Regardless of allergic response, it is essential to treat the underlying cause by enlisting professional mold removal services for your home. Mold remediation companies like MasterTech will ensure comprehensive, safe mold clean up as well as mold growth prevention for your health and safety. Expert technicians will conduct a thorough mold inspection, contain the problem, and use modern oxidative technology to clean and remove mold for good. Don’t let poor air quality caused by mold growth affect your health; visit your doctor and call MasterTech Environmental for residential mold removal today.