Mold Toxicity Treatment Center in Charleston, SC

Mold toxicity refers to the accumulation of harmful biotoxins in the body following exposure to mold-contaminated environments, such as water-damaged buildings or areas with persistent hidden moisture. When inhaled or absorbed, these biotoxins can disrupt immune regulation and trigger widespread inflammatory responses. At The Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine (COEM), functional medicine doctors and mold specialists regularly evaluate patients experiencing chronic symptoms tied to mold exposure. These may include unresolved respiratory issues, autoimmune-like flares, and persistent fatigue.

Biotoxin illness, mold toxicity, and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) can manifest with a host of symptoms, however, they often involve neuroimmune dysregulation that worsens over time if left untreated. Mold toxicity is primarily associated with respiratory problems, including asthma, allergies, and lung infections. Prolonged mold exposure has the capacity to weaken the immune system, which subsequently makes it harder to fight off disease and infection. This can also lead to an uptick in cancer risk. Severe mold exposure can, even in rare cases, lead to pulmonary fibrosis, a condition that scars the lung tissue. The duration and the severity of the mold exposure will significantly influence the associated health risks. The type of mold can also influence the related conditions. Individuals who are experiencing ongoing respiratory symptoms or other health issues that could be linked to mold exposure should not delay evaluation.

COEM is internationally sought out for its expertise in these complex cases and for the advanced level of environmental and immune testing available through the center. In pediatric patients, especially those on the autism spectrum or with developmental disorders, mold exposure can destabilize behavior, sleep, and sensory processing. Without proper identification of the underlying triggers, symptoms can be misdiagnosed or addressed in isolation. COEM’s integrative approach helps to restore immune balance through precise, individualized care.

Prolonged exposure to mold and biotoxins can lead to a range of adverse health impacts, including contributing to chronic health conditions that evolve over time. Mold toxicity is often characterized by headaches, tiredness, diarrhea, and can lead to adverse impacts on overall health and wellness long-term. For some individuals, this may lead to pain in the muscles or joints, while others develop cognitive changes, mood shifts, or immune reactivity that mimics autoimmune disease. Mold-related inflammation can also affect hormone signaling, mitochondrial health, and gut-brain communication, complicating diagnosis and delaying recovery. In both adults and children, unresolved mold exposure can cause long-term stress on the immune system. Pediatric cases may involve language regression, motor delays, or chronic irritability. In adults, common patterns include exhaustion, poor stress tolerance, or brain fog. Cancer is another serious concern for those with long-term toxic burden, particularly when the impacts of mold exposure continue over time. At COEM, functional medicine doctors use a combination of environmental testing, neuroimmune profiling, and metabolic assessments to understand how far-reaching the effects have become. Provocation-neutralization allergy testing may be used to detect mold sensitivities that continue to drive inflammation even after exposure has ended. The goal is not to suppress symptoms but to re-regulate immune function and support detoxification at a pace the body can handle.

For individuals seeking care at COEM due to suspected mold illness, the evaluation process is detailed and personalized. Mold-related illness often overlaps with other inflammatory conditions, making it difficult to identify without consulting a mold doctor. Each patient undergoes functional lab testing to examine detox pathways, inflammatory markers, and immune system responses. Testing also focuses on the impact of long-term biotoxin exposure, including how it may be affecting energy production and environmental resilience. Treatment plans are guided by what each patient’s body can tolerate. At COEM, the Biodetoxification Program offers a comprehensive approach to the treatment of mold toxicity. Intravenous therapy may be added to strengthen detoxification and correct deficiencies.

Mold-related illness often mimics other chronic conditions, it can be difficult to identify without the assistance of a functional medicine doctor. The Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine (COEM) is sought out as a destination center for individuals and families seeking answers, particularly those with unresolved mold toxicity issues. Functional medicine doctors at COEM, including Dr. Stephen P. Elliott, MD, D.A.B.F.M., F.A.A.A.M., F.M.A.P.S., the only MedMAPS-certified physician Fellow in South Carolina, regularly evaluate patients experiencing chronic symptoms tied to mold exposure. Patients from around the world consult the specialists at COEM for our advanced diagnostic capabilities and experience in environmentally driven illness.

COEM utilizes individualized treatment plans rooted in functional lab data and clinical context. For pediatric patients with developmental delays or sensory sensitivity, or for adults facing fatigue and neurological symptoms, consulting with a mold specialist is essential. COEM’s team offers a range of treatments to address both immune and neurological dysfunction. Cancer, autoimmune overlap, and other long-term risks associated with toxic exposure are monitored and addressed early in the treatment planning process. For patients dealing with mold toxicity, COEM provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment, backed by decades of experience and environmental insight.

Mold toxicity treatment is available at The Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine (COEM). For more information, contact us or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 7510 North Forest Drive North Charleston, SC 29420. We serve patients from Charleston SC, Mount Pleasant SC, Summerville SC, North Charleston SC, Goose Creek SC, Ladson SC, Hanahan SC, James Island SC, John’s Island SC, Daniel Island SC, West Ashley SC, Moncks Corner SC, Sullivans Island SC, Folly Beach SC, Isle of Palms SC and all of South Carolina, Nationally, and Internationally. Patients routinely fly into Charleston to be evaluated by COEM and to enjoy this beautiful city, which is a Condé Nast and Travel and Leisure Top Domestic and International Tourist Destination.