Question 1

is mold often harmful?

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Yes it can be: Molds and mold spores are common in every household.It is when these are present in large numbers, they can present a health hazard to humans.
It can cause allergic symptoms and respiratory problems
there are many different molds and the worst ones are the toxic black molds.
Some molds with toxic properties have been useful to us, example is penicillin, and in low doses may be used to fight infection.

Question 2

can mold make my kid sick?

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Yes: If you child is allergic to mold, it can make him/her sick with respiratory symptoms of congestion, cough and sometimes wheezing. There are also some types of molds (such as black mold) that can make anyone ill. Those types of molds may require special remediation by a specialized company to safely remove the mold. You should discuss your concerns further with the pediatrician.

Question 3

how does mold affect people?

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HazardInLargeNumbers: Molds and mold spores are common in every household.It is when these are present in large numbers, they can present a health hazard to humans.
It can cause allergic symptoms and respiratory problems
there are many different molds and the worst ones are the toxic black molds.
Some molds with toxic properties have been useful to us, example is penicillin, and in low doses may be used to fight infect

Question 4

how to deal with a mold problem?

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If there is a mold: problem that is beyond your capabilities would call professional that deal with mold removal.

Question 5

how does mold actually reproduce?

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Spores: By definition, mold is an asexual fungus. As a result, it reproduces by way of spores. This is the part you actually see on bread, cheese, sheet rock, etc, the reproductive structures shedding the spores.

Question 6

can you be allergic to all molds?

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Possible: But highly unlikely.  There are thousands of species of fungi.  It is highly unlikely that you would be allergic to all of them.

Question 7

what typically causes mold to grow?

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Moisture: Molds grow in a moist, dark environment.  To clear it up you have to remove the moisture.

Question 8

what to do if i ate mold by accident?

Accepted Answer

Depending: on type and amount of mold - you may or may not feel ill after this.

Question 9

how to tell if mold is making me sick?

Accepted Answer

Blood tests: I would see an allergist and get some blood tests done.  Sometimes a tape test can be done to see what kind of mold you have found and a doctor can do tests to see if a mold could be making you sick.

Question 10

what will happen if i drank slimy mold?

Accepted Answer

Mold: Depends totally on what type of mold.  Some molds are harmless, some molds are toxic to various degrees.  If you got sick you should see your physician right away.

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