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Is a basement apartment bad for an infant with chronic lung disease?
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Watch for Mold: If environment is moist, indoor air quality can be compromised by increased mold growth. This can be irritant/allergen and increase risk of chronic lung inflammation in infant.
Answered 7/20/2014
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Possible: Possibly, if there is excessive dust, mold or any airborne allergens/irritants. Keeping the area very clean, and using a HEPA filter unit may help reduce the exposure.
Answered 7/20/2014
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If there: is mold yes. .Mold dust and other allergens need to be minimized and no second or third hand smoke.
Answered 7/20/2014
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