Some people become chronically ill due to the environment they live or work in. Mold exposure and the toxins it produces, called mycotoxins, can trigger a wide range of health problems. Symptoms may include fatigue, sinus issues, brain fog, or respiratory irritation that don’t improve with standard treatments.
At Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity, board-certified physician Dr. David M. Creech helps patients in Wilmington investigate the role of mold and mycotoxins in chronic symptoms. Using functional medicine techniques, he works to reduce the burden these toxins place on the body.
What Is Mycotoxin Illness?
Mycotoxins are toxic substances produced by certain molds found in damp environments. Exposure may come from:
- Water-damaged homes or workplaces
- Mold growth in HVAC systems or basements
- Food contaminated with mold or fungus
For sensitive individuals, even small exposures can trigger ongoing symptoms.
Common Symptoms Linked to Mold Exposure
Mold-related illness can affect multiple systems, leading to:
- Chronic sinus infections or congestion
- Frequent headaches or migraines
- Persistent fatigue and brain fog
- Difficulty concentrating or memory problems
- Shortness of breath or asthma-like symptoms
- Joint pain or unexplained muscle aches
Because symptoms mimic many other conditions, mold illness is often overlooked.
Who Should Be Evaluated for Mold Illness?
Functional medicine evaluation for mold may help if you:
- Live or work in a building with known water damage
- Experience chronic respiratory or sinus issues without clear cause
- Have ongoing fatigue, cognitive issues, or pain with no diagnosis
- Suspect your symptoms worsen in certain environments
- Want thorough testing to rule out mold exposure as a factor
Functional Medicine Strategies for Mold Recovery
Dr. Creech begins with advanced testing to evaluate possible mycotoxin exposure. Based on results, your plan may involve:
- Nutritional and lifestyle support to strengthen immune resilience
- Supplements or binders to help eliminate toxins (when appropriate)
- Sauna or detoxification therapies to reduce toxic burden
- Immune and inflammatory balance strategies
- Environmental recommendations to reduce future exposure
Plans are personalized and adjusted as progress is made.
Why Choose Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity?
Mold illness can be complex and frustrating, especially when symptoms are dismissed or misdiagnosed. At our Wilmington clinic, Dr. Creech takes the time to listen and evaluate all possible contributing factors. His functional medicine expertise allows him to connect environmental exposures with immune and metabolic imbalances to create effective recovery strategies.
Patients trust Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity because they find not only thorough testing, but also compassionate care that acknowledges the seriousness of environmental illness.
Find Relief From Mold-Related Symptoms
If you suspect mold may be affecting your health, you don’t have to face it alone. Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity in Wilmington, Delaware, provides advanced evaluation and treatment for mycotoxin illness. Call (302) 599-9542 today to schedule an appointment.