Mold intoxication is an inflammatory immune system response also referred to as Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS). This exaggerated response occurs due to a defective gene that overreacts in the presence of mycotoxins (mold) in the environment.
Mold intoxication is not the same as a mold allergy, but those suffering from allergies, asthma, respiratory illnesses, or weakened immune systems are at an increased risk of developing a mold-related illness.
CIRS is a genetic mutation that occurs in 20-25% of the population.
People with the mutation are predisposed to suffering mold illness after spending just 3 hours in a water damaged building.
The first sign that someone has CIRS usually happens shortly after new exposure to a water damaged building.
Symptoms increase over time as toxicity builds.
Mold toxicity can present in many different ways and can look like many different diseases and conditions. Some of the most common signs and symptoms of mold intoxication are:
Hay Fever Symptoms
Headaches
Hoarseness and Sore Throat
Inflammation
Itchy, Watery Eyes and Eye Irritations
Rashes and Skin Irritations
Respiratory Problems
Memory Loss
Unexplained Fatigue and Lethargy
Mold toxicity happens over time as mold accumulates in the body due to constant exposure to the mycotoxins. Because the toxins build in the body, the condition can affect multiple systems and organs. This makes it difficult to obtain an accurate diagnosis and mold intoxication is frequently first diagnosed as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis, IBS, or Fibromyalgia.
The biggest risks of mold illnesses come from the long-term chronic inflammation which can trigger autoimmune disorders such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis, lupus, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and dementia.
The good news is there are very effective treatments for mold, and improvement usually can be felt right away. It is possible to recover from your mystery illness and regain your health and vitality.
“I was happy to find out Dr. Lyday had extensive knowledge of mold (and the effects of it being stored in your body), thyroid conditions, irregular menstrual cycles, and functional/integrative medicine. I knew about her functional/integrative medicine background but was pleasantly surprised about her other areas of focus. I was also pleasantly surprised with her fantastic, down-to-earth personality. She truly makes you feel like you are an old friend with her conversational style at appointments.”
At The Lyday Center, we help people who have lived with mysterious illnesses and unexplained symptoms for years, trying treatment after treatment, with no improvement. That's usually because they were misdiagnosed and are still exposed to the toxin that is making them sick!
Dr. Lyday is a specialty mold doctor certified in the Shoemaker Protocol, the world's premier mold illness treatment program. At The Lyday Center, we use a combination of traditional and functional medicine techniques and therapies to diagnose and treat mold illnesses.
Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan based on the severity of their condition and the type of mold toxins affecting them. Our first task is to calm the immune system. From there, we work on removing the toxins and rebuilding the immune system for long-term health and wellness.
Mold Treatments Include:
Removal of the patient from the moldy environment
Dietary and lifestyle changes
Nutritional supplements
Detoxification programs
Acupuncture
Osteopathic therapies
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Lyday to find out if you have a mold illness and to discuss your treatment options. With the right treatment plan, you can recover your health and bring vibrancy back to your life!
