What Can Mold Do To You If You Are Allergic?
Indoor allergies; Pet allergies; Dust allergies; Mold allergies; Animal dander allergy
Treatment
The best treatment is to avoid being around molds, dander, dust.
See the following articles for specific treatment options:
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Asthma -
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Allergic conjunctivitis
Allergy shots (immunotherapy) are occasionally recommended if the substance you are allergic to cannot be avoided and if symptoms are...
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