Mold Allergies

Mold allergies can disrupt daily life, causing sneezing, runny nose, congestion, postnasal drip, recurrent sinusitis, chronic sinusitis, itchiness, and even severe asthma flare-ups. So, if mold is affecting you, come see our allergy specialists. With decades of experience treating allergy sufferers, we can present solutions to manage your mold allergy symptoms effectively.

What Are Mold Allergies?

Mold is a fungus that thrives in damp environments like bathrooms, kitchens, basements, water damaged areas and in the outdoor environment. For some people, breathing in mold spores triggers worsening of allergic rhinitis and asthma. When the immune system mistakes mold spores for harmful invaders, it releases histamines and chemical mediators, which leads to inflammation. Common molds like Aspergillus, Alternaria, Penicillium, Epicoccum and Cladosporium are frequent culprits.

Mold allergies don’t just cause discomfort. They can also worsen pre-existing conditions like asthma or respiratory issues. As a result, timely mold allergy treatment is critical to improving your quality of life.

Symptoms of Mold Allergies

Not all mold reactions are the same. Some people may experience seasonal mold allergies, particularly in damp months, while others suffer year-round symptoms due to indoor exposure. Their symptoms can be severe and affect asthma which can cause hospitalizations. On rare occasions, severe asthmatics can have a complication from mold exposure known as allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis. For those with asthma, consider environmental allergy testing. Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan can also perform mold allergy testing to determine what’s affecting you most.

Our Mold Allergy Treatment Options

At Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan, we offer comprehensive care to alleviate mold allergy symptoms and address their root cause. We can help you breathe easier through:

• Mold Allergy Testing – Our first step is to identify whether mold is causing your allergies. We use advanced mold allergy testing methods to pinpoint your body’s triggers. This allows us to take a targeted treatment approach, which may even include solutions specific to other issues.

  
  

• Immunotherapy – For long-term relief, we may recommend allergy shots. Over time, they’ll desensitize your immune system to mold spores, reducing your reaction to them.

  
  

• Customized Medications – Our specialists may prescribe antihistamines, nasal sprays, or other medications to manage your symptoms and improve your comfort.

  
  

• Asthma Management Plans – If you experience asthma symptoms due to mold, we’ll create a specialized mold asthma treatment plan. This plan may include regular inhalers, long-term asthma medications, and lifestyle adjustments.

Contact Us for Mold Allergy Treatment Today

Mold allergies don’t have to control your life. Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan is a leading mold allergy treatment provider for patients in Royal Oak, Sterling Heights/Troy, Livonia/Farmington Hills, and the surrounding areas. With the right mold allergy treatment plan, you can breathe easier and live comfortably again. Contact us today to schedule mold allergy testing or a consultation at any of our convenient locations.