This Is What Happens To Your Lungs When You Dry Laundry Indoors

There’s something nostalgic and refreshing about the scent of sun-dried laundry. Unfortunately, in many regions, this can only be enjoyed during the warmer months.

In contrast, drying clothes indoors during winter often leads to a musty or damp smell, and there’s a scientific reason for that.

Indoor drying increases the moisture level in your home, creating the perfect environment for mold and fungi to thrive.

The Hidden Health Ri:sks

When clothes are dried indoors — whether on racks or over radiators — the moisture from the wet fabric evaporates into the air. A single load of laundry can release nearly two liters of water, raising indoor humidity by up to 30%.

This added moisture creates ideal conditions for the growth of mold spores and dust mites, both of which can cause respiratory issues. People with asthma, allergies, or sensitivities to allergens are especially vulnerable to these effects.

What Researchers Have Found

Experts in the UK have studied the impact of indoor clothes drying on health.

Professor David Denning from the National Aspergillosis Centre in Manchester explained to the Daily Mail that this habit is a leading contributor to cases of respiratory infections caused by inhaling Aspergillus spores.

“Most people have immune systems strong enough to handle exposure to this fungus,” Denning noted.

“But for individuals with asthma, it can cause increased coughing and breathing difficulties. And for those with compromised immunity, such as can.cer patients on chemotherapy, individuals with autoimmune disorders, or people living with HIV/AIDS — the fungus can lead to a serious condition called pulmonary aspergillosis, which can cause permanent or even life-threatening lung and sinus damage.”

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