Could Mold Be Making You Sick? What Your Symptoms Are Really Telling You *Note: this blog was written by me, Mark Volmer. All spelling mistakes, misquotes, errors, and omissions are my own doing. It is not AI generated.* Rachel had seen nine different doctors in three years. Rheumatology. Neurology. Gastroenterology. Each one ran their tests, … [Read more...]
Expert Recap: Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) and CIRS Mast cells are immune cells that are concentrated in your gut lining, sinuses, lungs, skin, and urinary tract. When they detect a threat, they release a cascade of chemical signals to sound the alarm. Normally this works well: threat detected, alarm raised, immune system responds, threat … [Read more...]
Expert Recap: CIRS vs. Mold Allergies Although CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome) and a mold allergy are both triggered by mold, that is where the similarities end. In a mold allergy, when the trigger is removed, the immune system calms down, symptoms resolve. Antihistamines moderate symptoms. It is uncomfortable, but it follows … [Read more...]
Expert Recap: Can the CIRS Protocol help Long COVID? Long COVID and CIRS share a significant biological overlap. While long COVID is not caused by biotoxins, it can be the triggering event that causes CIRS. When followed properly, the Shoemaker Protocol has been shown to work on long COVID patients. Can the CIRS Protocol Help People with Long … [Read more...]
I Haven’t Changed My Diet... Why Am I Gaining Weight? If you’re living with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), you’ve probably experienced the maddening reality of weight that simply won’t cooperate. Some of my patients even watch the scale climb despite eating well, moving gently, or in some cases, eating less than they did before … [Read more...]
Expert Recap: 3 Mold symptoms in kids that parents should watch for Kids can experience mold exposure symptoms too. The following are the most common mold toxicity symptoms in kids: Persistent fatigue and brain fog Skin rashes and unexplained inflammation Behavioural and emotional changes If you are concerned that mold is making your … [Read more...]
Expert Recap: 5 Long-Term Mold Exposure Symptoms and How to Treat Them Effectively Key Takeaways: Long-term mold exposure symptoms include: Chronic Fatigue Cognitive decline/brain fog Ongoing respiratory issues Sensory/skin issues Hormonal and immune dysregulation If you’ve been sick for months or years with no clear … [Read more...]
Expert Recap: 5 Signs your Chronic Fatigue Might Actually be CIRS You’re Tired — But This Isn’t Normal Fatigue You wake up tired. You go to bed tired. And somewhere in between, you ask yourself:“Am I just getting older? Stressed out? Or... lazy?” Your bloodwork is flawless. Your doctor says you're the picture of health — maybe even suggests … [Read more...]