The harmful effects of water and mold on your children’s health
In many countries of the world, there is a sharp increase in the number of children who are affected by reactive respiratory diseases. A person is said to be suffering from asthma or reactive airway disease when airflow begins to vary and airway sensitivity begins to increase. A person can develop any of these diseases when exposed to a specific allergic substance (allergen) even for a short period of time. Such diseases can prove fatal in very extreme cases. Sometimes a person can be exposed to various types of irritating agents. Exposure to such agents over a long period of time can lead to airway inflammation even in the absence of an allergen.
Various environmental factors can lead to the development of asthma in children. The various environmental factors responsible for increasing the incidence of asthma among children are allergens, cat dander, polluted outdoor and indoor air, cooking fumes and infections. Mold growth in damp buildings can increase the risk of developing such diseases. Various countries have conducted various studies to determine the effects of mold growth in damp buildings on children. These studies have found that the presence of mold in people’s homes worsens the condition of children suffering from asthma.
The relationship between moisture and objective measurements of lung function has also been inferred by various studies. These diseases are characterized by the presence of respiratory tract symptoms and various other symptoms such as fatigue, headache and central nervous system symptoms. Prolonged exposure to moisture can increase the risk of contracting hemorrhagic pneumonia and death among many infants. These effects can have serious as well as fatal consequences for young children. Children’s immune systems develop from birth to adolescence. The development of the immune system can only take place when antigens and inflammatory agents perform both physiological and natural stimulation. If this developmental process is impeded midway, the child may develop abnormal responses to antigens and inflammatory agents present in the environment.
Few people in the world are aware of the adverse effects of mold growth on children’s health. Even health authorities in different countries are unaware of such adverse effects. Doctors may find it difficult to treat patients as they do not have any knowledge of these adverse effects. Prevention is the best cure, so if you suspect you have mold in your home or workplace, you should contact a mold remediation professional immediately. Only a mold remediation professional will have the training and tools to effectively and completely remove mold, resulting in a healthier environment for you and your family.
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