There is a type of mold called Aspergillus that grows on compost and wood which is decayed.
Working within an environment that has rotting wood and plant mulch can cause severe breathing problems. This can cause high risks to health, especially among people who have a compromised immune system, even though most people can inhale regular aspergillus spores in their daily lives without even knowing it.
Wearing a dust mask is a good way to go about removing large quantities of mouldy bark chips and compost.This is because not using a dust mask may affect our breathing. The dust can be breathed in easily without a means of protection.
This mould is very common in the UK, especially in environments where there are gardens.
Mold Health Effects
An aspergillus spore is an allergy trigger bringing various mold allergy symptoms and although it is linked to serious illnesses this kind of reaction nevertheless remains as a rare condition. Symptoms of mold poisoning include lung inflammation, through growing as a fungus ball in the lungs, which can cause shortness of breath and also causes muscle pains. Some people may not experience any major symptoms and others may end up coughing up blood or developing a fever.
Research studies show that shifting rotten tree trunks and plant compost can be very dusty work and mold spores can spread very quickly this way. This is why it is advised to use a dust mask. Anti fungal treatments can be used to cure the problem but you may not always be lucky enough to survive. Prevention is always better than cure. Aspergillus mold can be found in many gardens. If it is large quantities then it can be particularly dangerous and also if the dust is inhaled. However, this may not be a problem if small amounts of compost are used.
Recovery can be fast and it is possible to solve the problem quickly by getting anti fungal treatment. As for many doctors it is a rare case to treat Aspergillus disease and they may just try to give antibiotics before any other treatments, so always inform your doctor about any activities involving working with rotting wood or plant mulch so that appropriate tests can be made.
There are many other types of household molds among aspergillosis. Some may be more common than others. If it is found in your home and you have no idea how to remove mold, it will be best advised to seek help and advice from a specialist who has experience in removing mold. Bathroom mold, basement mold are both types of house molds.
