Downloadable Info Pack
Understanding the potential link between your health and your environment can feel overwhelming. To support you in taking the first steps, we have created a concise, downloadable guide designed to help you recognise symptoms, initiate a conversation with your GP, and evaluate possible risk factors in your home.
"Physicians must be aware of the adverse effects of indoor dampness and mould exposure on respiratory health, particularly in patients with existing sensitivities or underlying conditions. Accurate diagnosis depends on environmental context as well as clinical symptoms."
British Society for
Ecological Medicine (BSEM)
"Environmentally Acquired Illnesses such as CIRS often go undiagnosed due to a lack of awareness and testing. A collaborative approach involving both environmental assessment and clinical interpretation is essential for effective care."
International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness (ISEAI)
"For individuals with a known genetic susceptibility, exposure to biotoxins released by water-damaged buildings can lead to chronic systemic inflammation. Environmental remediation is not optional - it is medically necessary."
CIRSx Certification Training Manual
"Exposure to indoor dampness and mould has been associated with increased risk of asthma, respiratory infections, and other adverse health effects. Public health responses should prioritise identifying and correcting these environmental risk factors, especially for vulnerable groups."
World Health Organization (WHO)
Conditions Explained
When symptoms persist or recur without clear medical explanation, it can be valuable to consider environmental contributors. Certain chronic and inflammatory conditions are now recognised to be linked to indoor mould exposure. Below, we outline a few of the more commonly documented health impacts to help clarify what might be at play.
CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome)
A complex condition triggered by exposure to biotoxins from mould and other sources, leading to immune system dysregulation.
PANS and
PANDAS
Childhood onset disorders often linked to inflammation and environmental triggers, including mould exposure.
Neurological Impact
Memory issues, difficulty concentrating, and mood disturbances can arise due to mould-related neurotoxins.
Gut/Immune Disruption
Mould can interfere with gut health, inflammation, and immune function, particularly in those with underlying conditions.
Gynacological Issues
Missed periods, early menopause,
Miscarriage .
Endocrine Dysfunction
Mould can interfere with liver, heart and kidney health, as well as your thyroid, cortisol levels and estrogen or testosterone levels
Many people live with building-related illnesses without realising their health may be affected by hidden mould, moisture damage, or any of 30 other indoor contaminants.
When symptoms persist or treatments fail to help, ongoing exposure is often the missing factor.
At Building Forensics, we identify these risks through data-driven investigation, medical collaboration, and proven decontamination methods, reducing hazards, supporting recovery, and preventing recurrence.
Potential symptoms
Mould exposure does not always present as a visible problem in a building. In many cases, individuals experience a variety of health symptoms without making the connection to their indoor environment. Understanding what to look for can be the first step toward identifying a hidden cause.
Fatigue
Coughing
Headaches
Sinus Issues
Brain Fog
Gut Problems
Irritated Skin
