<h1>Dysautonomia or Symptoms of Mold Exposure?</h1>

As more and more research shows the various effects of mold mycotoxins on the human body, many people with dysautonomia are starting to take a second look at where they live and their air quality situation.  It's interesting to note the similarity in symptoms for exposure to black mold, which can include, brain fog, chronic fatigue, weakness, balance issues, peripheral neurological problems like tingling and numbness, headaches, all of which have been seen in various combinations and degrees of severity in patients with dysautonomia or related autonomic disorders.

This shouldn't be a big surprise, since mycotoxins are known to interrupt various cellular mechanisms, and specifically in the mitochondria where the majority of our 'energy' is produced.  And of course, interrupt or inhibit the binding of neurotransmitters (as mycotoxins can also do) and you'll have a variety of symptoms related to malfunctioning nerves. Just Google mold exposure and neurological disorders you'll see a lot of information, including reports from doctors and specialists pointing out that various neurological issues are clearly associated with mold exposure. Of course, dysautonomia is by definition a malfunctioning autonomic nervous system so it certainly makes sense to consider that mold could be the issue causing the dysautonomia symptoms--especially if you live in a water damaged home, or if you know that there is or has been mold in the home or where you work.

Of course, getting clear on whether you've got mold in your home or office will require testing and evaluation, which is easily done with inexpensive test kits. Whether you find that you have mold or not, if you have these types of symptoms (especially neurological) you'll probably want to speak to an autonomic disorder specialist or a combination MD and ND type doctor that will consider the full spectrum of possible causes instead of just prescribing the latest medication to you. And be sure to share your air testing results with them so they can choose the best treatments for you. 

Your best bet for expert autonomic disorder information is to call Dysautonomia-MVP Center LLC in Birmingham, AL.  Dr. Susan Phillips and Dr. Paula Moore are well known nationwide for providing answers when other healthcare providers haven't been able to. Call today for an appointment at 205-286-3200--you'll be glad you did.

Dysautonomia-MVP Center, LLC
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