Have you ever had a sinus infection? Well studies have shown that there’s a 90% chance that your infection was caused by mold. Yes, mold can even enter your body and make itself at home there. This adds a whole new level of fear upon finding mold in your home.
Furthermore, studies have shown that an estimated 37 million Americans suffer from sinus infections, also known as chronic sinusitis. And if 90% of these are caused by mold, that means millions of people are being misdiagnosed every year simply because there is so little information out there about mold and its dangers.
Chronic sinus infections that are caused by mold are actually called fungal sinusitis, a serious illness that shares symptoms with regular sinusitis but requires a different medication and treatment.
Fungal sinusitis is caused by mold. It makes a lot of sense, really, since mold loves dark, moist places. The nasal cavity is mold’s ideal vacation home! The issue is that once mold makes its home there, it is ridiculously difficult to get rid of, just like any other kind of fungal infection.
In additions, the symptoms for fungal sinusitis and regular sinusitis are essentially identical. The symptoms for these two health issues are as follows: headache, fatigue, congestion, sore throat, bad breath, and nausea.
Most doctors treat ordinary sinus infections with antibiotics, but this does nothing for fungal sinusitis. And since most sinusitis is fungal, that means millions of people have fungal sinusitis that is going untreated every year.
The only way for health professionals to determine whether or not your sinus infection is fungal is through medical testing. So if you’re exhibiting any of the aforementioned symptoms, be sure to ask your doctor to check whether or not you have fungal sinusitis.
Another clue that could point to whether or not your infection is mold-related is if there is mold in your home. Schedule a mold inspection in your home to see if that’s what could be causing these annoying symptoms. If it is mold, have it remediated immediately and head straight to your doctor’s office with this information.
Another important takeaway from this new knowledge is the importance of mold prevention. Always treat flooding immediately and never let moisture sit in any part of your home. Air out rooms by using fans or opening windows and check crawlspaces, attics, and basements on a regular basis.
Don’t let mold rule your life! It can be defeated by doctors and mold remediation specialists. ProCare Restoration is certified in mold removal, so let us keep you safe.
