f you have a respiratory mold allergy, your immune system overreacts when you breathe in mold spores. This reaction triggers a cascade of reactions that lead to allergy symptoms.

old, also known as fungus, is a family of organisms that are found throughout nature. Unlike plants, mold need food and water sources in order to thrive. This food source is often in the form of a carbohydrate material, such as wood or cellulose.

Mold and mildew growth is obvious when it grows in bathrooms along tile grout in shower stalls. However, mold also can grow in:

* Closets and storerooms.
* Foam pillows.
* Refrigerator door gaskets.
* Self-defrosting refrigerator water pans.
* Refrigerator cooling coils.
* Under-sink cabinets.
* Room air conditioner units.
* Washing machines.
* Dryer vents.
* Garbage cans.
* Basements.
* Carpets.
* Sheetrock and wallboard.