Mold can be found in many areas of your home from the bathroom to your attics. Open the infographic to discover more

Toxic mold only needs approximately 72 hours to germinate from the point where water meets a cellulose food source, such as drywall or cardboard. Bleach and other home remedy techniques are only a temporary fix and may lead to more extensive contamination if not handled properly by a certifed mold specialist. 

Although most molds do not cause serious illness there are some that produce toxins, and, if ingested through the lungs, eyes or bloodstream, can cause debilitating symptoms and permanent damage.

The most widely known molds that produce toxins are Stachybotrys, Aspergillus/Penicillium, Chaetomium (the precursor to Stachybotrys), Fusarium, Memnoniella and Trichoderma. 

Some of the most common symptoms related to the exposure of toxic molds are:

• Upper/Lower respiratory problems

• Lung Infection, wheezing and shortness of breath

• Irritation of the eyes or skin

• Abdominal pains and diarrhea

• Constant Headaches and Memory Loss

• Equilibrium and Loss of Balance

• Mood Changes, Fatigue, Depression

• Nausea, Dizziness, Restlessness

• Arthritic-like Aches