Mold Induced Illnesses
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The health risks associated with mold is truly alarming. The Federal Government would classify it as an epidemic due to the vastness and severity of illnesses.
Some symptoms associated with toxic mold exposure include: Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Chronic Stress, Drug abuse, Immaturity, Forgetfulness, Panic Attacks, Trouble learning, poor memory, depression, anxiety, mood swings, abnormal reflexes, poor organization, disorientation, Manic Depression, Seizures, Strokes and Multiple Sclerosis. All of which are serious and some even deadly.
Toxic mold affects every system in the human body from your eyes to hormones. The following is an expansive list of mold induced symptoms:
Eyes - Light sensitivity, Red eyes, Blurred vision, Tearing, Chronic pain
Throat & Lungs - Erosion of membranes, Shortness of breath, Sore throat, Cold or flu symptoms, Wheezing, Shortness of Breath, Voice changes
Ears/Hearing - Sound sensitivity, Decreased hearing
Mouth - Metallic taste, Saliva with blood streaks
Liver - Fatty liver, Liver cancer, Abnormal liver lab tests, Jaundice or yellowing, Unusual biopsy findings
Stomach & Intestines - Ulcers, Indigestion, Vomiting, Nausea, Sloughing and death of intestinal villi, New Reaction to wheat or dairy, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Bile duct disease
Nose & Sinuses - Asthma, Chronic infections, Tingling nose, Nasal itching, Stuffy nose, Runny nose, Blood streak in saliva or nasal cavity
Skin & Hair - Numbness, Tingling, Hair loss, Diverse and severe rashes, Itching, Blisters, Acne, Biopsies with no clear cause, Burning skin sensation, Nodules under the skinMuscles & Joints - Cramps, Stiffness, Joint pain, Cartilage damage
Heart & Blood Vessels - Heart muscle damage, Heart muscle inflammation, Chest pain, Abnormal Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG), Red or pale skin
Reproductive Organs - Increased testicular cancer, Vaginal irritation, Decreased sperm production, Erectile dysfunction
Hormones - Low Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), Low Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH), Low free testosterone, Low Androstenedione, Low Cortisol, Abnormal cortisol regulation and Damage to adrenal glands.
Many of us have experienced one or more of the symptoms above, but either dismissed it or we are living with it. With a simple mold inspection we all can start to feel better. Call American Home Services to schedule your visual mold inspection on your home, because it's time you feel better.
At American Home Services we care about your health, so we included some helpful links, including specialized doctors and recommended reading.
Local Medical Doctors
Dr. Ritchie C. Shoemaker, M.D. - located in Pocomoke, Maryland. According to Dr. Shoemaker, 1 in 4 people are genetically vulnerable to mold.
National Integrated Health Associates - located in Washington, DC. This is a holistic medical center.
Recommended Reading
Mold Warriors by Dr. Ritchie C. Shoemaker, M.D.
Desparation Medicine by Dr. Ritchie C. Shoemaker, M.D.
When Traditional Medicine Fails, Your Guide To Mold Toxins by Gary Rosen, Ph.D. & James Schaller, M.D.
Chronic Neuro Toxins - Article from one of Dr. Shoemaker's patients Part 1 , Part 2