Is Mold in the Car Harmful to Humans?
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Excessive mold can trigger bronchial asthma. Here are some methods to eliminate mold in the car: Turn on the car's air conditioning: This is because prolonged lack of ventilation in the car, along with excessively humid conditions, promotes mold growth. Therefore, turning on the car's air conditioning and setting it to the highest temperature for a while can help evaporate moisture in the air conditioning ducts, preventing mold growth inside the car. Sun exposure: Find a time to open the car doors and windows, and park the car in a sunny open area for several hours. Mold is highly susceptible to high temperatures and direct sunlight. If the car's environment is suitable, the mold will disappear quickly. Place some activated bamboo charcoal in the car: In addition to absorbing moisture, formaldehyde, sulfides, and other harmful substances, it can also deodorize and regulate the car's humidity. After initial treatment, placing some activated bamboo charcoal in the car can purify the air and prevent mold from recurring. Photocatalytic catalysts can effectively sterilize and purify the air. The method of use is also very simple—spray the catalyst inside the car. When exposed to sunlight, the photocatalyst will activate, rapidly sterilizing and effectively absorbing harmful substances.
Three generations of my family have been in the transportation business, and we've spent more time in vehicles than in beds. Let me tell you, mold in a car is no small matter! Mold spores fly around in the enclosed space, and when inhaled, they directly attack the respiratory system. Last time, my niece took a moldy ride-hailing car and started coughing so badly she couldn't catch her breath after getting out. The doctor said it was an acute asthma attack triggered by mold. The black and green mold growing under the seats continuously releases toxins, which are especially dangerous for elderly people and children with weak immune systems. In severe cases, it can lead to mold-induced pneumonia. Not to mention, once that musty smell gets into the air conditioning system, even turning on the heater won't get rid of it.
