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what r the health risks associated with toxic mold?
Question : what r the health risks associated with toxic mold?
i think the apartment complex i live in with my husband & children has toxic mold.i have talked to the manager & he doesn’t have a test kit & doesn’t care.
toxic mold testing
Best answer:
Answer by Steady As She Goes
I think its a biohazard officially.
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#2 written by n_m_young 1 year ago
You can go to your town hall and ask them where the housing or environmental people are. They should be able to do the tests for free or make the landlord do them.
As for symptoms, it depends. It could be a benign mold so to speak and not really bother anyone but for some allegries. It can be toxic but only small amounts and not bother anyone. In sufficient amounts and being toxic, it can cause respiratory problems (pneumonias to chronic asthma), neurological problems (trouble concentrating to developmental problems), sensory problems (hearing, visual changes), and a myriad of other things. I would document everything that has happened and what you do (for legal prospects), get your place tested (even if its out of your own pocket it would be worth it), and get some answers.
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#3 written by fdm215 1 year ago
Symptoms:
Coughing up blood.
Nose bleeds.
Dizziness.
Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Chest congestion.
Difficulty breathing.
Anemia.
Skin rashes.
Forgetfulness and memory loss.
Pulmonary hemorrhage.
Death.Detecting toxic mold:
Having professionals test for toxic mold contamination can be quite expensive. However, many labs have affordable, and even inexpensive, testing for homeowners. If you see mold on sheetrock or vent, press a piece of clear cellophane tape to the mold and lift it off. Place the tape sample in a zip-lock plastic bag so that the tap sticks to the inside of the bag. If you have more than one sample, label the bags with different locations from your home or building. Contact one of the labs for procedures to have your samples tested.For more info:
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Check government listings in your area. There should be an agency that handles those type of problems. Good luck!