Question 1

i am almost 7 weeks pregnant and i am a medical marijuana trimmer. i am wondering if is safe to work with/around marijuana that has powdery mildew.  i wear gloves and a painters mask but am still in the same room and exposed to the powdery mildew.  is thi

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Hello. : Hello.  I think that you need to make an informed decision with your obstetrician about the actual risk your occupation poses to your fetus.   In one study, regular use of marijuana can be associated with increased risk of low birth weight or small for gestational age infants as well as an increased risk for preterm delivery (found in white but not  non-white subjects).   Other studies suggest that thc/tobacco smoking in mothers can be associated with permanent cognitive deficits, concentration disorders, hyperactivity, and impaired social interactions. Research suggests that elevated blood thc levels impact brain development of the fetuses.  However, if you review articles by proponents of cannabis use, many contend that there is not adequate research to support significant risk to the fetus.

Question 2

dark mildew smelling stool that floats?

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Little info: Need more info about bowel patterns etc. As staters should get stool test done for infection and occult blood. see your doctor.

Question 3

i breathed in alot of mildew that has been growing for 2 weeks. it was under something i pulled up yesterday and today i don't feel well.

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Mildew: Exposure to mildew can be problematic but very serious consequences are uncommon. However it's best for you to consult your physician or a pulmonologist for evaluation and advice.

Question 4

i have noticed a mildew smell in my house this last week i am not sure where it is coming from. i thought it wpuld go away but it hasnt and i have a 4 year old that im worries will get sick. how long does it usually take to affect someone and for how long

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Best to remove mold.: The mildew smell is a sign of mold growth in your home and high concentrations of mold can cause sinus, lung, or skin problems. Mold also will proliferate if not removed.  Not every one will become allergic to molds, but the higher the concentration of exposure, the greater the chance of a reaction.  Do your best to eradicate the mold asap.

Question 5

when you're urine smells like mildew kinda.

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Suggest urinalysis: Symptom could be from urinary infection. Thus best to have your urine checked

Question 6

how can you remove mold and mildew?

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Depends: Depending upon what your are concerned with?  If you are referring to "black mold" , you should contact someone with the skills and credentials and equipment to diagnose treat this.  It is not safe for someone not trained in the abatement of this condition to do so.  See professional help.

Question 7

what health problems can mildew and mold cause?

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Allergies&respirator: Not all molds cause health problems but some are known to cause allergies, and some produce harmful mucotoxins which can cause serious health problems.But most of the molds in high concentration can cause adverse effect on human health.
The problems start when people inhale large quantity of airborne mold spores cause
resp.Prblems like cough, asthma, wheezing
eye irritation, nasa/sinus congestion, head.

Question 8

how can i differentiate between black mold and just mildew on my shower wall?

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Not much different: Mildew is mold or fungus on moist surfaces.  Black mold simply refers to those fungi that have dark pigment. There are literally thousands of mold. The scare over "black mold" is not scientifically proven and while it is good to clean up mold in the home, do not lose sleep over the color.

Question 9

i clean and lysol my home but i still smell mildew but my home is clean no wet cloths or nothing. is this smell harmful to me and my kids?

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Mildew: It is possible that you still have mold in your house, for example you, if you have an attic you may have mold up there. If you have paneling you can have behind the wood.If you've ever been flooded you may have mold in the basement. I believe you need to look for possible mold sources in your home. Professional help may be needed.

Question 10

how do you tell the difference between black mold and mildew?

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Color: Mildew is a filmy, whitish or light green residue that is forms of mold hyphae of various types of mold. Black mold, and I am referring to stachbotrys, is potentially toxic and is black or dark green in color.  It grows in areas where there is standing water, often on horizontal surfaces, such as from leaking pipes. Mildew often collects on vertical surfaces in high humidity such as in bathrooms.

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I am almost 7 weeks pregnant and i am a medical marijuana trimmer. i am wondering if is safe to work with/around marijuana that has powdery mildew. i wear gloves and a painters mask but am still in the same room and exposed to the powdery mildew. is thi

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Dark mildew smelling stool that floats?

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I breathed in alot of mildew that has been growing for 2 weeks. it was under something i pulled up yesterday and today i don't feel well.

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I have noticed a mildew smell in my house this last week i am not sure where it is coming from. i thought it wpuld go away but it hasnt and i have a 4 year old that im worries will get sick. how long does it usually take to affect someone and for how long

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When you're urine smells like mildew kinda.

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How can you remove mold and mildew?

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What health problems can mildew and mold cause?

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How can i differentiate between black mold and just mildew on my shower wall?

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I clean and lysol my home but i still smell mildew but my home is clean no wet cloths or nothing. is this smell harmful to me and my kids?

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How do you tell the difference between black mold and mildew?

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