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Toxic Mold Exposure
On behalf of Brown & Crouppen, P.C. on Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Mold is a form of fungus that thrives in warm, moist environments. There are hundreds of species of mold found in the United States that are not harmful to humans. However, certain molds can cause a variety of illnesses in humans. Three molds which are known to be harmful to humans are: Aspergillus, Penicillium, and Stachybotrys chartarum. These forms are commonly known as toxic molds.
Prolonged exposure and inhalation of these molds can result in serious health problems, including:
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Migrane Headaches
- Neurological Damage
- Immune System Deficiency
- Respiratory Damage
- Lung Disease