{"id":19997,"date":"2021-03-08T09:30:08","date_gmt":"2021-03-08T14:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=19997"},"modified":"2025-08-13T10:19:09","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T14:19:09","slug":"mold-allergy-symptoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/mold-allergy-symptoms\/","title":{"rendered":"Could your sniffling be a mold allergy?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sniffling and sneezing\u2014along with other unpleasant symptoms\u2014are your body\u2019s way of signaling that it really, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">really<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> doesn\u2019t like being around a certain substance. If you have a mold allergy, exposure causes your body\u2019s immune system to overreact, producing symptoms like a runny nose and watery, itchy eyes.\u00a0 If you also have asthma, it might even lead to some wheezing and difficulty breathing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, there\u2019s a major complicating factor: You may not even know that this common allergen is the culprit. It can lurk, unseen and hidden. The only way you might realize it\u2019s around is when you start using up your box of tissues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mold allergy symptoms<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mold allergy symptoms are very similar to the symptoms you might experience from a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/best-seasonal-allergy-medicine\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">seasonal allergy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014like hay fever (aka allergic rhinitis) or dust mites\u2014including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Runny nose<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sneezing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coughing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Postnasal drip<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nasal congestion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Itchy, watery eyes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re experiencing these kinds of symptoms and you don\u2019t know why or because you suspect that you may be allergic to mold, it\u2019s a good idea to see your healthcare provider and find out for sure, says allergist <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/college.acaai.org\/about-us\/history\/past-presidents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">J. Allen Meadows, MD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, immediate past president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An allergist can run tests to determine if you\u2019re allergic to mold (or other substances), and then you can determine the best treatments, as well as some strategies for reducing your exposure to this particular allergen.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common triggers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not everyone is allergic to mold. However, some people have a genetic predisposition to mold reactions. If you have other allergies, you may be more likely to have an allergy to mold.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if you don\u2019t have a mold allergy, you might not even realize there\u2019s mold around\u2014unless you can see it or there\u2019s a large amount of mold giving off a strong odor. Consider yourself lucky. If you do have a mold allergy, though, you\u2019ll develop symptoms whenever there is mold in the vicinity\u2014even if you can\u2019t see it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor mold<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mold grows both indoors and outside. The<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/mold-health\/about\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">most common indoor molds<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cladosporium, Penicillium, and Aspergillus fumigatus, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Mold might grow in the damp areas of your basement, in your bathroom, or in clothes and shoes stored in your guest room closet. It might grow within walls or flooring where leaks have occurred. Even \u201ca very small exposure causes an exaggerated response,\u201d says Dr. Meadows.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor mold spores<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, mold spores are everywhere outside: in the soil, in plants, in rotting wood, in the hay in a stable or shed. They float through the air, much like pollen does. You may breathe them in when spending time outside. Or you might unknowingly bring them inside, since those airborne spores can attach themselves to your shoes and your clothing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mold spores can be found year-round on the West Coast and in the South, but they tend to peak in October in cooler states and in July in the warmer states, according to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll want to watch out for the rainy seasons where you live. The symptoms of mold exposure tend to be worse when it\u2019s wetter outside, because the moisture speeds up mold growth, notes <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierallergyohio.com\/provider\/summit-shah-md\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summit Shah, MD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an allergist and immunologist with Premier Allergy &amp; Asthma in Ohio. That might be early spring in many places, but it can vary.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain foods<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One more thing to consider if you have a mold allergy: certain foods might be problematic. \u201cCertain patients who are allergic to mold spores do often have problems ingesting foods in the mold family, such as mushrooms,\u201d says Dr. Shah. \u201cPatients should talk to their allergists if symptoms worsen with ingesting mushrooms. If the symptoms include anaphylaxis, which is a life-threatening emergency, they should strictly avoid those foods and speak to their allergist about carrying an Epipen with them.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mold allergy and asthma<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIf the person also has asthma, they may have an increase in asthma symptoms, like wheezing,\u201d says Susan Besser, MD, a primary care physician at Mercy Personal Physicians at Overlea in Maryland.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important for anyone with asthma to have an<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/allergies-asthma-action-plan-at-school\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">asthma action plan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a written plan that spells out how to address an asthma attack, beginning with the early signs of trouble. If you have allergies, including mold allergies, the plan should include that information and note that exposure to mold may <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/asthma-attack-triggers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trigger an asthma flare-up<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to reduce mold exposure<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most important thing you can do to reduce your symptoms is to eliminate your exposure to the mold that\u2019s causing them. This might involve a two-prong strategy of getting rid of the mold inside your home, if that\u2019s the problem, and avoiding mold outside as much as you can.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor mold<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Stay away from moldy places<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It may be hard to avoid a trip to a relative\u2019s house, where you know mold may be living in the dusty furniture or curtains. You may have to keep the visit short, or be vigilant about any medications you take to mitigate symptoms. Or perhaps you should invite that person to visit you instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Get rid of moldy items<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you recently opened a box of old books with mold on the covers, donate or toss them immediately. The same goes for clothing and shoes that have been stored for a long time. Unless they can be thoroughly cleaned, it may be time to get rid of them. If you\u2019ve got moldy carpet or insulation, you need to tear it out and replace it. And remove any other sources of dampness, too, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Improve ventilation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You may need to improve the air circulation in high-humidity areas of your home like the bathrooms, the laundry room, the basement, and the kitchen. You want to keep the humidity levels as low as you can.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Use a dehumidifier<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A dehumidifier can remove some of the mold-causing moisture from the air. You may have to empty it frequently if you live in a high-humidity area. Running the air conditioner can help, too. If you can get the relative humidity in your home down to 30%, \u201cit would make a huge, huge difference,\u201d Dr. Meadows says.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Use a HEPA filter<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You might also consider using a high-efficiency particulate air filter, or HEPA filter, in your home. It can trap tiny particles like mold spores before you have a chance to inhale them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fix leaks promptly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you\u2019ve recently had a leaky roof or window, get them fixed as soon as possible. If you wait, the water damage will only get worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Dry water-damaged areas promptly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The longer the moisture sits around, the more likely that mold will grow. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends thoroughly drying any areas or items that get wet within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold from growing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Hire a specialist<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s tempting to clean up the mold yourself. But if the mold has grown in the ducts, the ceiling tiles, walls, or subflooring of your home, you probably need to hire professionals. \u201cWe recommend, usually, when there is indoor mold growth to get a professional mitigation company to come in,\u201d says Dr. Shah.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For outdoor mold<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Keep the outside mold outside<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cIf you\u2019re allergic to an outdoor mold, keep the windows of your house closed,\u201d says Dr. Meadows. You might also be mindful about wearing shoes and other gear that\u2019s been outside into your home. Remove them when you come inside so you don\u2019t track the mold spores further into your living space.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Avoid places where mold tends to grow. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moldy hay isn\u2019t uncommon in stables and barns, so you might want to steer clear of those places if you have a mold allergy. \u201cAnd keep away from moldy leaves and such,\u201d adds Dr. Meadows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Monitor the mold count in your area<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The AAAAI&#8217;s National Allergy Bureau\u2122 (NAB\u2122) tracks the pollen and mold levels across the country. You can sign up for a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/pollen.aaaai.org\/#\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">customized alert<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that notifies you about the levels in your area. You may need to curtail outdoor activities if allergen levels are going to be high.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best treatment depends, in part, on whether or not you have asthma. \u201cIf you have asthma, first make sure your asthma is well controlled,\u201d says Dr. Meadows. \u201cNo waking up at night, no coughing.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you know you\u2019re going to be spending time in a place where mold exists, talk to your healthcare provider in advance. Your allergist may suggest using preventive medication in anticipation of the exposure, such as an inhaled corticosteroid, like Flovent<\/span> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/fluticasone-salmeterol\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fluticasone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) or Pulmicort Flex<\/span> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/budesonide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">budesonide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), although it might also be another type of medication, depending on the severity of your asthma. But don\u2019t do this on your own. Develop a strategy together, says Dr. Meadows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But what if you don\u2019t have asthma, just an annoying mold allergy? Consider using an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/seasonal-allergies-wrong-medication\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antihistamine or a nasal spray<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to treat your symptoms. Here are a few possibilities that might work for you:<\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\" singlecare-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong><span class=\"title\">Mold allergy medicine<\/span><\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"header-row\">\n<td><b>Drug name<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Drug class<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>How it works<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Get coupon<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Learn more<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Claritin<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(loratadine)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antihistamine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blocks the action of histamine in your body that causes runny noses, itchy eyes, and sneezing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/claritin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get coupon<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/claritin\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allegra<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(fexofenadine)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antihistamine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blocks the action of histamine in your body that causes runny noses, itchy eyes, and sneezing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/allegra-allergy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get coupon<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/allegra-allergy\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nasonex (mometasone)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corticosteroid<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stops certain cells from producing chemicals that cause inflammation in response to allergens<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/nasonex\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get coupon<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/nasonex\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flonase<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(fluticasone)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corticosteroid<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treats hay fever symptoms like itchy, watery eyes, a runny nose, and sneezing.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/flonase-allergy-relief\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get coupon<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/flonase-allergy-relief\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people also find some relief from rinsing their nasal passage with saline, with a saline kit or a neti pot, to remove any allergen that might have worked its way into their nasal passages. Physically removing offending agents always helps to reduce allergic reactions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cTreat it like an allergy,\u201d Dr. Besser says. \u201cNasal rinses to remove the allergen, steroid nasal spray, and oral antihistamines are a good first step. There are some prescription medications that also might help but start with the over-the-counter medications first.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might also benefit from immunotherapy\u2013that is, allergy shots. Dr. Meadows notes that receiving this type of treatment on a regular basis over the course of about three years should give you lasting immunity to your allergen. In this case, the allergen is mold. If you can commit to the process, you might never have to worry about stocking up on the nasal spray again\u2014at least, not for your mold allergy.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sniffling and sneezing\u2014along with other unpleasant symptoms\u2014are your body\u2019s way of signaling that it really, really doesn\u2019t like being around a certain substance. 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