Question 1

what are slime molds and do they affect my health?

Accepted Answer

Ameoba/fungus-like: Slime molds are similar to fungi, but not the same thing. They are more like ameobas from biology class that you can see. Although they have the name "mold" they are different from the fungi that cause mildew and spoil bread and fruit and are what most people think of as mold. They are important to biologists, but do not have any health effects that I have heard of or have been able to identify.

Question 2

what will mold in my house do to me? what are the health effects of black mold in the house?  i have some black mold in my home, which i can't seem to eradicate completely with any level of cleaning.

Accepted Answer

Sometimes a problem: Black mold can be a problem if people in the house are allergic to it. Even for those not allergic, with sufficiently high exposure, allergic symptoms may develop. Some mold species are more likely to do this than others.

Question 3

which type of health problems are caused by mold?

Accepted Answer

Allergic reactions: In some cases, people may develop severe reactions to mold exposure. Symptoms of severe reactions, which are uncommon, include fever and difficulty breathing. People with compromised immune systems or those with chronic lung disease can develop serious infections of the lungs due to molds.

Question 4

short term exposure to mold have long term health effects?

Accepted Answer

Allergy Symptoms: It is always difficult to predict short term exposure to molds in every individual.But majority of people including children  exposed to molds even for short periods will have allergy symptoms like nasal and sinus congestion/sore throat and chest tightness,cough and wheezing

Question 5

we have a very bad mold problem in our apartment. what health concerns should i be worried about for myself and my children.?

Accepted Answer

Two: Some types of mold secrete a respiratory toxin; if anyone in the family quickly develops a cough or asthma-like symptoms, you need to move. Anyone in the family allergic to the molds in the home may develop recurrent sinus infections or the gradual onset of asthma symptoms; skin testing by an allergist can be helpful to sort this out, and possibly prove the problem to the landlord.

Question 6

my clean bed sheets were damp but mostly dry when i put them on my bed. could this cause mold? are there any health concerns?

Accepted Answer

Ans: You should have your sheets completely dry before you put them on the bed

Question 7

what are the potential health issues i should be concerned about stemming  from the mold i am living with? i have been living in an apartment which has had some mold problems for about 9 mos., 3 mos. ago we flooded and the mold got worse. i have been expe

Accepted Answer

There : There could be multiple medical conditions causing your symptoms and you need to be medically evaluated.  Mold can cause sinus/respiratory problems and skin conditions.  However some of your other symptoms are worrisome for thyroid or other medical problems.  Also please be sure that your house has been tested for carbon monoxide as you are getting confusion.  There are companies that can test your house or the fire department can do it.  You could also call your poison center for recommendations.

Question 8

how harmful can black mold be to someones health?

Accepted Answer

Mold allergy: Some people have significant mold allergy, and for them, living in an environment that contains black mold can cause health problems, such as asthma and other allergic reactions. Fortunately, most people are not sensitive to mold do not experience harmful health effects when exposed to mold.

Question 9

how harmful for your health is 3 pieces of ingested bread with possible mold?

Accepted Answer

Not bad: Aside from the yucky taste, there is no harm as your digestive track will get rid of the mold. Donate the rest of that loaf to the ducks at your local pond.

Question 10

how long do you have to be exposed to some back mold around air vents to cause serious health problems? can it cause death?

Accepted Answer

This mold: is common and steps to eliminate it should be taken HOWEVER this kind of mold is seldom AIRBORNE and can produce ALLERGIC symptomatology in susceptible individuals!  IT DOES NOT KILL PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hope this helps!

Dr Z

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Which type of health problems are caused by mold?

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Short term exposure to mold have long term health effects?

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We have a very bad mold problem in our apartment. what health concerns should i be worried about for myself and my children.?

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My clean bed sheets were damp but mostly dry when i put them on my bed. could this cause mold? are there any health concerns?

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What are the potential health issues i should be concerned about stemming from the mold i am living with? i have been living in an apartment which has had some mold problems for about 9 mos., 3 mos. ago we flooded and the mold got worse. i have been expe

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How harmful can black mold be to someones health?

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