Mold Toxicity Treatment Specialist in Charleston, SC

Mold toxicity is an illness or range of symptoms that develop due to exposure to mold biotoxins and spores. The biotoxins that are released from molds and bacteria are considered to be toxic and can lead to symptoms whether the mold is consumed or if the mold is growing inside a home or building with exposure to the toxins being airborne. Molds that develop inside of homes or buildings will typically be due to moisture and water damage, making it sometimes very difficult to identify the cause of the symptoms as the mold can develop in hard-to-see and reach areas such as inside walls, in roofs, under tiles, underwood, and in pipes. Mold easily develops and is likely present in any part of a building where moisture collects, but several common types of molds release biotoxins.

Since it can be so difficult to find mold in a building or home, it is essential to be aware of common symptoms associated with toxic mold if symptoms develop and there is no obvious cause. These common symptoms include:

• Abdominal or muscle pain
• Changes in weight that are unexplainable
• Reduced cognitive functioning (worsened memory, increased feelings of anxiety, brain fog, chronic fatigue)
• Dizziness or vertigo
• Changes in mood
• Development of intolerance to certain foods, frequent bloating
• Tingling or numbness in areas of the body, often the extremities
• Ringing in the ears
• Increased feelings of thirst or dehydration
• Hair loss
• Rashes

It is important to note that these symptoms will vary quite a bit from person to person and will depend on the type of mold that is present in the environment. Most symptoms are the result of an immune response of the body, making the symptoms also dependent on the immune system of the individual.

Most people will be able to recover entirely from mold toxicity, with the elimination of exposure to the mold being the first step to recovery, whether the mold is present in the environment or through dietary sources. Once exposure has been eliminated, the body can start to recover, with many symptoms quickly being alleviated. It is common for some symptoms to linger, especially if the immune system has become compromised or the mold toxicity has been occurring for a significant amount of time. Full recovery will look a bit different from patient to patient depending on how the mold exposure has specifically affected their body, so different methods of treatment will be required for each individual. Working with a functional medicine doctor who is experienced in the treatment of mold toxicity will ensure that you are provided with high-quality treatment that is best suited to alleviate your specific symptoms.

There is so much variation in how people respond to exposure to mold biotoxins, meaning that there is no specified amount of time for exposure before symptoms can start to develop, with some people experiencing symptoms almost immediately. However, it can sometimes take a significant amount of time before any symptoms develop, or if they ever develop. The timeline of symptoms and severity of symptoms depend on the amount of mold exposure as well as the individual’s sensitivity to the present mold.

The medical team here at COEM provides specialized care for patients suffering from mold toxicity, offering individualized care depending on the specific symptoms, health conditions, and lifestyles of each patient to ensure that their course of treatment is best suited to provide them with the best possible outcome. Through using functional medicine, our physicians will work with you and any other recommended specialists to provide you with a customized course of treatment. Our team is ready and eager to assist. Contact us today or conveniently book an appointment online to discuss your health concerns and learn more about how we can help. Patients routinely fly in to be evaluated by COEM, as we serve patients internationally. Find out if you have been exposed, extensive lab testing is available. We serve patients from North Charleston SC, Ladson SC, Hanahan SC, Goose Creek SC, Sangaree SC, Wildwood SC, and BEYOND!