Molds are neither plants nor animals but are fungi. They aid in the soil enrichment process in the environment nature, they decay organic matter and feed on them to survive. Molds can be of so many different colors, mold growth can look like spots and can smell musty. if the mold is already visible in the eyes and can be now smelled then a health risk maybe present. There are so many different kinds and types of molds, but no matter what type is present, it should be removed immediately.



The effect of molds on people are variable or can vary greatly from person to person. The potential for health problems occurs when we inhale large quantities of the airborne mold spores. For some people, however, a relatively small number of mold spores can cause health problems. Infants, children, immune-compromised patients, pregnant women, individuals with existing respiratory conditions, and the elderly are at higher risks for adverse health effects from mold.

The exposure of molds is greater in damp or wet conditions, especially when timely drying out does not have a chance to occur. Of the thousands of molds that exist, some are known allergens, and a few molds produce harmful mycotoxins that can cause serious problems. But all molds, in the right conditions and high enough concentrations, are capable of adversely affecting human health.

Typical Symptoms have been reported from mold exposure and is mentioned here system by system of our bodies. First and most common is the Respirator system causes respiratory problems like wheezing and asthma attacks, causes nasal and sinus congestion or hacking and dry cough. Exposure also causes eye irritation making it watery, or have a burning sensation and redness, nose irritation and throat irritation like sneezing and bloody noses. Some causes skin irritations like rashes and hives. For the Nervous system, mold exposure can cause headaches, memory loss and mood changes. some people might experience aches and pains.

Cleaning up molds is important, there are few prevention tips as to how to look after them and keeping them away since that they sometimes are inevitable to avoid since they can be carried by air. So first things first, we must keep the humidity level of homes low. Use air conditioner or dehumidifier during humid months and in damp spaces like the basements. Make sure that the home has enough ventilation, using exhaust fans that vent outside the house in the kitchen and bathroom areas, also the dryer must be vent also outside the house. Fix any leaks in the roofs, walls, even the plumbing so molds won't have access to moisture for their growth.