Exposure to mold allergies can occur just about anywhere — in the home, outdoors or at work. They can even occur from what seem like helpful items like humidifiers making it essential to clean and change filters on a regular basis so mold does not grow in the unit and blow into your environment. Like any allergy, mold allergy symptoms are triggered by an overly sensitive immune system response. When you inhale tiny, airborne mold spores, your body recognizes them as foreign invaders and develops allergy-causing antibodies to fight them.

Mold allergy causes the same signs and symptoms that occur in other types of upper respiratory allergies. Signs and symptoms caused by mold allergy can include:

• Sneezing
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Cough and postnasal drip
• Itchy eyes, nose and throat
• Watery eyes
• Dry, scaly skin
• Wheezing
• Shortness of breath
• Chest tightness

If you suspect you might have a mold allergy, or if you have similar symptoms that continue to persist, come in and see us at Allergy & Asthma Specialists. Our specialists are specially trained to help you take control of your allergies and asthma so you can live the life you want. They can conduct allergy skin tests or blood tests that help pinpoint the allergy. It’s tough to outrun mold, but there are steps you can take to minimize your exposure.  While sometimes avoidance is the best option, we realize it is sometimes just not possible. Our specialists work with you to help design a plan to help you manage your symptoms. These may include, immunotherapy (allergy shots), which builds up tolerance to specific allergens or  cluster immunotherapy plan, which helps you get the same results faster. Speak to our Allergy & Asthma Specialists today at 219-513-8923 and create a customized plan to help you live your best life today.