Health Effects of Mold in New Jersey
Body Systems
Mold can cause adverse reactions in humans. There are various entry
routes that may allow mold egress into the body.
How Mold Can Affect the Respiratory
System:
The human respiratory system is comprised of your nose, mouth, lungs, trachea,
and esophagus. The human nose contains cilia (tiny hairs) and mucous membranes which
are designed to catch foreign objects and prevent them from entering further into
the respiratory system. The trachea works in a similar manner to catch foreign objects.
The lungs contain bronchioles which then lead to many small air sacks. These air
sacks distribute air into your blood stream. Mold can cause sneezing, excess mucous
production, stuffy sinusitis, and other unpleasant affects. Some mycotoxins (toxins
produced by some molds) can cause bleeding lungs and nose. Mold can also be ingested
through the mouth down the esophagus into the stomach.
How Mold Can Affect the Human
Nervous System:
The brain, spinal cord, and nerves comprise the human nervous system.
Your brain interprets the feedback from the nerves via our senses and processes this
information. Humans then react to this information and behavior in a particular manner.
The spinal cord is the information relay center. The medulla also controls breathing
and heartbeat. Some nerves communicate sensory information while others help your
muscles move a certain direction. Mold can cause memory loss, tremors, numbness,
and profound mood or personality changes.
The Vascular Affects of Mold:
The heart,
blood, and blood vessels comprise the human vascular system. The heart pumps blood
throughout the body via arteries, vessels, and capillaries. Arteries take blood away
from the heart and veins bring the blood back to the heart. Infection caused by sufficient
mold exposure can also adversely change white cells counts while a person is ill.
Mold's Effects on Skin:
Skin is the largest organ in the human body and prevents the
entry of germs into open tissue. The skins is comprised of 3 layers: the dermis (middle
layer), epidermis (top layer), and subcutaneous fat (protective layer). Mold can
cause skin rashes, swelling, welts, itching, and pain. People react differently to
the same/similar exposure level and time. In addition, repeat exposure to mold can
cause some people’s bodies to become even more reactive with each additional exposure.
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