For many, mildew is relatively minor. It’s an inconvenience. But some, especially those with respiratory ailments, such as asthma, may find that mildew can exacerbate their symptoms.

For most, mild respiratory symptoms, such as sneezing, coughing, stuffiness, and itchy eyes, occur after brief to moderate exposure to mildew. If you have asthma, an asthma attack may occur, as will wheezing and coughing.

Then, there are some people who do not react whatsoever to mildew. It’s still important to remove the growth, though.

Next, we have severe reactions to mildew growth. Anyone exposed to a large amount of mildew for an extended period will likely experience high fever, shortness of breath, and worsening respiratory symptoms. Furthermore, anyone with chronic lung disease or a compromised immune system may ultimately develop a fungal infection.

When you hear about mold, your mind may conjure images of toxic mold spores shutting down your respiratory system. It’s common to be afraid of something we do not fully understand, such as mold infestations.

But toxic mold is something of a myth. Yes, there are some types of mold that produce mycotoxins, which are toxic spores, but the mold itself is not toxic or poisonous.

According to research performed by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), some toxigenic mildews may contribute to adverse health conditions, such as pulmonary hemorrhage or memory loss. However, more recent studies performed by the organization have revealed no causal link between toxigenic mildew and health concerns.

Whether or not you are allergic to mildew or mold, you do not want a growth in your home. Before long, that minor growth will spread into the air ducts, inside of your couch, and in the fibers of your carpet. Here, it will continue to release spores into the air that will eventually affect your overall respiratory health. It’s better to be safe than sorry.

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