CIRS and mold toxicity. Those words could scare a lot of people. Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) is a condition triggered by exposure to biotoxins, most commonly mold toxins found in water-damaged buildings. It occurs when a person’s immune system is unable to properly identify and eliminate these toxins, leading to a persistent inflammatory response.

Mold produces microscopic toxins, known as mycotoxins, which can become airborne and are easily inhaled or absorbed through the skin. For some individuals, particularly those with a genetic susceptibility, their bodies struggle to remove these toxins. As a result, the toxins accumulate and disrupt normal immune function, triggering chronic inflammation. We have also discovered endotoxins too. We are dealing with multple types of toxins that cause mold biotoxin illness. This inflammation can affect multiple systems in the body, leading to a wide range of symptoms, including:

• Chronic fatigue

• Brain fog or memory issues

• Joint pain

• Headaches

• Shortness of breath

• Digestive problems •

Mood disorders such as anxiety or depression

CIRS is challenging to diagnose because the symptoms can mimic other conditions, and many people may not initially link their health issues to mold exposure. It’s a condition that requires a holistic approach to treatment, including lifestyle changes to reduce exposure to mold, detoxification strategies, and support for the immune and nervous systems to help the body recover from the chronic inflammation. If you’re addressing mold in your environment, it typically involves remediation efforts to remove the source of moisture and ensure the environment is safe from ongoing exposure.