Last month we highlighted one of the four common molds called Aspergillus, see our blog here. This month, we are turning the spotlight onto another of the CDC’s top 4 common indoor molds, Cladosporium. Just like Aspergillius, Cladosporium can be found indoors and outdoors and also can cause infection, allergies and lead to asthma.
Here are the facts you need to know regarding Cladosporium:
- Found indoors on surfaces such as carpet or wallpaper when moisture is present (think carpeted basements)
- Found outdoors on plants and organic matter such as leaves
- Very rarely causes illness, but can cause skin, eye, sinus and brain infections as well as allergies and asthma
- Linked to 2015 outbreak of fungal meningitis, according to the CDC
Since Cladosporium is common, there is no way to completely avoid the mold, however you can take steps to prevent and reduce exposure. This is important for those with mold allergies or undiagnosed allergy symptoms.
Tips to reduce exposure:
- Remove wallpaper and carpeting from areas prone to moisture, such as bathrooms and basements
- Avoid raking or disrupting earth, any movement of this debris can release dormant spores into the air
- Call a doctor if you are experiencing symptoms such as itchy eyes, skin, allergy symptoms or increased asthma symptoms
- Have your home inspected for mold
If you notice your allergy symptoms are particularly bad in your home or workplace, call HNST Mold Inspections to schedule your indoor inspection. As a company founded on honesty and integrity, you can count on us to give you an un-biased opinion as well as all possible solutions to combat your mold problem. Use our quick contact form to get in touch with us today!