Mold and mycotoxins can contribute to headaches in a number of ways. First, it is well documented that several mycotoxins directly damage the central nervous system. More Info: http://www.biowashing.com

1. HEADACHES CAUSED BY MOLD

2. Mold and mycotoxins can contribute to headaches in a
number of ways. First, it is well documented that several
mycotoxins directly damage the central nervous
system. In fact, one of the most powerful biological
weapons on earth is a class of mycotoxins called the T-2
mycotoxins.

3. They target the part of the body that most directly
contributes to pain and inflammation. Second, all of us
know that musty mold odor, right? The smell comes from
chemicals called “Volatile Organic Compounds”, (or
VOCs).

5. The Environmental Protection Agency lists headaches
(and dizziness, fatigue, and nausea) as health effects
from exposure to VOCs. A lesser-known effect of mold is
that it can be dehydrating to the body. When the body is
depleted of hydration, skin can crack, rashes form, and
new points of entry for more fungus is created. This simple
dehydration can contribute to chronic headaches.

6. Sinus headaches are the result of sinus congestion
creating pressure in the head. Inflamed sinuses swell and
press on the eyes, the ear and upper-teeth, leading to
sinus headaches. Once the pressure is alleviated, the
headaches subside. Someone with an allergy to mold
and mildew will experience similar symptoms every time
he or she is exposed to the substance.

8. Congestion symptoms include nasal blockage, sinus
pain and postnasal drip. Sinus headaches feel like a dull,
throbbing pain in the forehead, and are commonly
misdiagnosed and are actually a migraine headache.
Talk with a doctor for a proper diagnosis.

9. Identifying the mold issue is the first step prior to hiring a
professional, licensed and insured remediation
contractor. There are several types of remediation, which
is based solely on the surface that is contaminated.

11. Attempting to remediate the mold on your own, can lead
to more adverse health effects and potentially cross
contamination.

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