Suggest effects of dampness & mouldy environment on health
Patient: We have a damp house, the wardrobes are very smelly & the clothes are slightly mouldy,no seen mould on walls though, my daughter suffers from severe eczema & I can not shake a cough I have had for a few weeks, with no history of asthma, what effects does a slightly damp house have on my family? any link to our health current problems ? Doctor: HI, thanks for using healthcare magicThe damp conditions would increase the formation of mold and also other fungi.In addition, dampness also increases the risk of acute asthmatic attacks, sinusitis. This can cause cough, sneezing, runny nose, rash, itching eyes.I hope this helps