Mold is often characterized as the omnipresent allergen. It hides in damp places and causes many people who suffer from allergies to ask questions like, “Can mold cause a sore throat?” “Can mold cause your throat to swell?” and even “Can mold cause swallowing problems?”Unfortunately, ...
Reactions to mold can varyBefore we delve deeper into mold allergy causes and treatments, it’s important to note that not all individuals will experience a sore throat in reaction to a mold allergy. Similar to other upper respiratory allergies, a reaction to mold can make itself known via a varie...
How do you know if mold is making you sick?Mold allergies can be tricky to understand. For one, only certain strains of mold — alternaria, aspergillus, cladosporium, and penicillium — cause allergies, and if you’re allergic to one type of mold, that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll react t...
Identifying potential mold hideoutsIndoorsThere are several ways mold can enter your home but some of the most common are through:Doorways and windows that are not sealed properlyVents, and heating and air conditioning systems. Paper products lying around your home (old rolls of wrapping paper, ca...
Mold exposure and sore throat treatmentThe best “treatment” for any allergy is to avoid triggers. If you have only recently begun to ask questions like, “Can mold cause a sore throat?” you might have luck reducing your symptoms by taking the following actions. Sleep with windows closedWear...
Can mold cause a sore throat? Yes, but you can stop it. Dr. Michael Kaplan and the specialists at Kaplan Sinus Relief are frequently asked questions like “Can mold cause a sore throat?” and “Does sinus surgery help allergies?“ We are here to provide our patients with personalized care for...