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Toxic Mold Poisoning

by Iris Brooks  
7/24/2016 / Health

May no one perish due to the lack of knowledge. My hope is this information may save someone's life or to spare them the great pain and loss of an environmental illness.

My husband and I were diagnosed with mycotoxicosis or toxic mold poisoning in 2005. People often questioned why we had different symptoms. Symptoms vary from person to person because we're all unique individuals. No two people have the same genetic make-up or immune system. The type of exposures and time exposed have to be taken into account.

If you are suffering from a myriad of symptoms which no one can seem to figure out you should think about your environment. Be it your home, school or workplace, mold infestation is causing serious illness across the nation. Are you in a water-damaged building? Do you notice stained ceilings? A leak in the air conditioner unit? Do you notice you feel better when you are away from your environment? Do you feel worse when you return?

Mold victims usually have up to 25 symptoms. They often mimic so many other diseases. You know you're sick. You really are experiencing strange and adverse health problems you've never had before. Yet being you have so many complaints, many physicians tell you "it's all in your head". Most physicians never even ask you about your environment. You may begin to even question yourself after a while. You find yourself grasping at straws because you're getting sicker and no one can figure out what's even wrong with you. This is common to people affected by toxigenic mold or mycotoxins.

Often mold is not even visible to the naked eye, yet it can be hidden in the walls, floors or ceilings. Where there is water damage and moisture mold can grow and produce dangerous mycotoxins. Mycotoxins can be inhaled, absorbed or ingested causing serious illness. Mycotoxins like AFLATOXIN and TRICHOTHECENE have been used as agents of biowarfare. Colin Powell said biological weapons are his greatest fear.

Toxic mold has no mercy. It does not discriminate. It attacks all ages and walks of life. Old houses and new construction! No one is immune. Don't let anyone tell you you cannot get sick from mold. Not only can you get sick, but you can lose your life once it becomes systemic, if left untreated.

I stress the point that mycotoxicosis is not an allergy! It is a toxic poisoning. The difference is like night and day. Allergies are uncomfortable and a nuisance for sure. But being poisoned means exactly as it sounds. POISONED! It can kill you. Many have lost their lives as a result thereof.

We learned a lot during this incredible journey. We had no choice but do our own research, as there was nowhere to turn. Nobody would listen. We were both diagnosed with a systemic mold infection, STACHYBOTRYTOXICOSIS, ASPERGILLOSIS, and also trichothecene poisoning. This was confirmed by dna analyses on blood and lung secretions, mold and mycotoxin antibodies and pathology.

We also had environmental testing confirm the presence of many dangerous molds in the home, as well as extremely toxic levels of trichothecene in our home. We basically were living in a human gas chamber for 18 long months. Air testing was only done after we were diagnosed and had moved. The damage was already done.

We now talk to and try to help others across the nation who are going through the same ordeal. Lack of education caused us to also lose our home, clothes and worldly possessions because
at this point, we didn't yet realize mold was the culprit so we cross-contaminated our next residence. We now warn others in the same position not to make a potentially deadly mistake of carrying their belongings into the next residence. It could cost you your life.


We also comprised a list of symptoms we experienced. When we talk to other mold victims so many of them share the same type health effects. Certain things seem to happen on a rather regular basis, though no two people are ever exactly the same. Below is a list of the most common symptoms of mold illness we've found to be the case. There are many more, but this is a partial list.

Mycotoxins can also cause immune dysfunction and are even carcogenic. If you're experiencing any of these or a lot of them, please consider your environment.

Severe abdominal pain (often sudden onset)

Extreme muscle aches and chronic pain

Tightness, pain in chest wall

Very dry eyes

Multiple Chemical Sensitivities

Hoarseness

Loss of concentration

Short term memory loss

Low (or high) blood pressure

Low Body Temperature

Nosebleeds

Mouth Sores

Out of norm headaches

Hair Loss

Hearing Loss

Restless Leg (spasms of feet, toes as well)

chronic fatigue

Vertigo

Red or bloodshot eyes

Nail infections

Sudden weight gain or loss

Painless tiny blood-like blisters on skin

Respiratory infections

Shortness of breath

Sinus infections, excessive mucous production

Tooth decay near the gum area

Blurred or distorted vision

Tingling or burning sensation in hands or feet

Sleeping for long periods

Temporary altering of fingerprints

Seizure-like episodes

Pinhole size pupils

Edema

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Most people show no signs of visible injuries, however we did and they were quite shocking. To look at us now, we "look" normal, but the damage was done. By the grace of God we are overcomers and will survive and offer support to others.


Update:
My husband lost his battle on Augusta 28th, 2015, after a long and courageous battle. In memory of Tommy Lee Brooks, I continue to do my best to educate others on toxic mold and the dangerous mycotoxins they produce. I thank God for the blessing he was in my life and the inspiration he was to others.

Christian author, poet, musician and songwriter, I co-wrote for 16 years with my now late husband. We became advocates in regards to educating the public on environmental illnesses after both being diagnosed with toxic mold poisoning in late 2005. www.survivingyellowrain.blogspot.com

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