Question 1

can my throat have a tickle from smelling mold from my dogs dog food that grew mold from the water plant that was placed in it? the smell was horrible. my roommate put it there with the food.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Tickling or itching of the throat may be an allergic response. However a sore throat would be an infection symptom which could be an early sign of a head cold (upper respiratory tract infection) or a strep infection.

Question 2

can black mold or any other mold cause your glands to swell up and your throat to look like strep?

Accepted Answer

Definitely: Mold can cause an allergic reaction.

Question 3

sprayed chlorine 2 kill mold. now throat has red streaks. how long for it to heal? i've asked before but want to know how long for it to heal?

Accepted Answer

Look for: another reason for your red streaks since it is extremely unusual to have throat irritation lasting for more than a few days from spraying cleaning strength Chlorine products!
Hope this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 4

if you work in n office that is loaded with black mold could it make you sick? what symptoms? would it be throat chest irritation, flushing reaction?

Accepted Answer

Yes: In my experience, most people will be affected by the odor and some may have mucous membrane irritation (throat, chest, eye) from the volatile organic compounds.  Up to 1/2 of the people exposed may develop allergic disorders such as asthma ,hay fever, or eye allergy.  A few many develop pneumonia-like pictures and even permanent lung damage. In other words, mold is a really bad dude.

Question 5

can throat ulcers be a symptom of mold exposure?

Accepted Answer

No: More likely a viral infection - coxsackie viruse causes herpangina with fever and ulcers on the soft palate and throat.

Question 6

can mold cause sore throat in a 3 year old child?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: Molds can cause allergy, and sore throat can be a symptom of allergy. However, it isn't usually the only symptom of allergy you will see: if your child also has ongoing itchy, watery eyes, stuffy nose, and sneezing, those are other possible allergy symptoms. Viruses and "strep throat" are more likely causes if the sore throat has been there a short time, or is the primary or only symptom.

Question 7

can breathing spores found in dust ,leaves, make your throat red,and cause problems with your tonsils?

Accepted Answer

Allergic: It can give you allergic tonsillitis. Might see an allergist

Question 8

do molds cause you to throw up? i'm getting the braces this saturday. i have a very sensitive throat and tend to gag easily.

Accepted Answer

Possible: Possible. Orthodontist have ways to minimize gagging.

Question 9

i'm concerned that mold or other pollutants are causing me respiratory issues. when i'm at home, i have a constant urge to clear my throat. when i do, there are greenish-grey specks spread throughout the sputum. this has been ongoing for a little over a m

Accepted Answer

Mold is possible: This could be mold - check for leakage in your walls and wetness which can promote mold growth.  Also some have sensitivity to formaldehyde which is in building materials - especially those from China.  You might need to have a building consultant/engineer to test your house.

Question 10

could a sore throat and mild chest tightening be linked to having eaten bread mold over a week ago?

Accepted Answer

No: Mould is a type of Penicillin. By the end of a week, it should be through your gastrointestinal system. All the best.

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A member asked:

Can my throat have a tickle from smelling mold from my dogs dog food that grew mold from the water plant that was placed in it? the smell was horrible. my roommate put it there with the food.

A member asked:

Can black mold or any other mold cause your glands to swell up and your throat to look like strep?

A member asked:

Sprayed chlorine 2 kill mold. now throat has red streaks. how long for it to heal? i've asked before but want to know how long for it to heal?

A member asked:

If you work in n office that is loaded with black mold could it make you sick? what symptoms? would it be throat chest irritation, flushing reaction?

A member asked:

Can throat ulcers be a symptom of mold exposure?

A member asked:

Can mold cause sore throat in a 3 year old child?

A member asked:

Can breathing spores found in dust ,leaves, make your throat red,and cause problems with your tonsils?

A member asked:

Do molds cause you to throw up? i'm getting the braces this saturday. i have a very sensitive throat and tend to gag easily.

A member asked:

I'm concerned that mold or other pollutants are causing me respiratory issues. when i'm at home, i have a constant urge to clear my throat. when i do, there are greenish-grey specks spread throughout the sputum. this has been ongoing for a little over a m

A member asked:

Could a sore throat and mild chest tightening be linked to having eaten bread mold over a week ago?

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