Table 2.
Common Presenting Symptoms of Patients with Mold Exposure.
| Symptoms | Children (n = 7) | Adults (n = 26) | Total (n = 33) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhinitis | 7 (100%) | 20 (77%) | 27 (82%) |
| Cough | 5 (71%) | 14 (54%) | 19 (58%) |
| Headache | 3 (43%) | 11 (42%) | 14 (42%) |
| Respiratory symptoms* | 4 (57%) | 20 (77%) | 24 (73%) |
| Ocular pruritus | 5 (71%) | 12 (46%) | 17 (52%) |
| CNS symptoms** | 0 (0%) | 10 (38%) | 10 (30%) |
| Fatigue | 0 (0%) | 12 (46%) | 12 (36%) |
| Gastrointestinal symptoms*** | 3 (43%) | 13 (50%) | 16 (48%) |
| Epistaxis | 0 (0%) | 1 (4%) | 1 (3%) |
| Dysuria | 0 (0%) | 4 (15%) | 4 (12%) |
*
Symptoms include dyspnea, wheeze, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.
**
Symptoms include dizziness, anxiety, weakness, memory loss, and shaking.
***
Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.