Mine Mold
Mold is a common fungus that grows in places with a lot of moisture, such as roofs, pipes, and under wood and tile floors and ceilings. Different types of molds are around us all the time, but some are more dangerous than others and certain people are allergic to mold or sensitive to the naturally occurring toxins, called mycotoxins, that mold can emit. When you’re exposed to too much mold, mold that you’re sensitive to, or certain types of molds known to cause health issues, it can lead to a condition called mold toxicity.
Causes
An extreme response of the immune system on exposure to mold spores.
The spores are recognized as foreign bodies and this activates formation of antibodies Upon second exposure, substances like histamine are produced causing a runny nose, sneezing and other symptoms.
Risk factors include
- Family history - more likely if conditions like asthma or allergic diseases are running in the family.
- Working in a damp place for a prolonged period such as Mine, farming, dairy
- Poor ventilations at home
- High humidity at workplace or home
Symptoms
stage 1:
Symptoms of Mine mold allergy include: 1d4 damage (CON roll once a week, when near the Mold, failure means STAGE 2)- Watery and itchy eyes
- Redness of the eyes
- Coughing
- Skin irritation
- Wheezing
- Fever
- Difficulty breathing
- Runny nose
- Cognitive difficulties (brain fog, poor memory, anxiety)
- Pain (especially abdominal pain, but can include muscle pain similar to fibromyalgia)
- Unexplained weight gain or weight loss
- Numbness and tingling in extremities or other areas of the body
- Metallic taste in the mouth
- Vertigo or dizziness
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
- Digestive issues (especially limited tolerance to food, persistent bloating)
- Significant fatigue that interferes with daily activities
- Changes in mood
- Excessive thirst and dehydration, bed-wetting in children
- Symptoms that resemble hormone imbalances (hair loss, rashes)
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