Guest guest Posted April 14, 2007 Report Share Posted April 14, 2007 Hello- We recently had some mould in our apartment tested, and it was found to be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and Cladosporium. This stuff seems to be growing up the back of our speakers in the living room and on some other furnature, also on some items in a closet. Since our landlord is uninterested in doing anything about it, and moving is not something we can do immediately, I was wondering if anyone here could tell me how dangerous these types of mould could be to our health? Also, are there any supplements we could be taking to protect ourselves against the effects of mould? We are finding we are having some symptoms, since living in this apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we are both congested. Thanks for any help anyone can provide- Lynne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2007 Report Share Posted April 15, 2007 Please make use of the experience and advice of Ingrid Naiman. Visit http://moldmisery.com Ien in the Kootenays http://freegreenliving.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2007 Report Share Posted April 15, 2007 Lynne, The common fungi responsible for allergies in humans are Alternaria, Aspergillus, Penicillium and Cladosporium. Aspergillus and Penicillium grow quite happily in your basement in summer and Cladosporium is the dark brown mould that grows around the edge of the bath or shower stall or even on the ceiling in bathrooms. All of these fungi belong in the Deuteromycota and produce large numbers of spores that become airborne (bioaerosols) and are inhaled to cause pulmonary problems in humans and sometimes animals. Black mold is deadly. I lost an Uncle to it 5 years ago. When a home is designated as Mold infested it is usually condemned or has to be quarantined as Bio hazard until it can be removed. Since the Landlord won't willingly fix the problem you can report them to the local health department and building inspectors. I've had to do this before with a septic tank that was backing up. He will be forced to do repairs and may also be required cover cost of your expenses to stay somewhere else or move. I would check with local renters rights. If the mold is on your furniture it is a loss and the fabric is ruined. Staying around it is jeopardizing your health and life. Jenny Kernan --- Saffronmane <myzen66 wrote: > Hello- > We recently had some mould in our apartment tested, > and it was found to > be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and > Cladosporium. This > stuff seems to be growing up the back of our > speakers in the living > room and on some other furnature, also on some items > in a closet. > > Since our landlord is uninterested in doing anything > about it, and > moving is not something we can do immediately, I was > wondering if > anyone here could tell me how dangerous these types > of mould could be > to our health? Also, are there any supplements we > could be taking to > protect ourselves against the effects of mould? > > We are finding we are having some symptoms, since > living in this > apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we > are both congested. > > Thanks for any help anyone can provide- > Lynne > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2007 Report Share Posted April 15, 2007 firstly- you should know that mould gives off tiny particles which you are breathing in---obviously the appartment is in a damp area and is possibly even rising damp.The mould could be effecting your breathing and not good if you are asthmatic. If you can not affor to moe for a while -I suggest you wash the walls with ( gloves and mask on) and wash them twice, then wipe over with bleach water-or use as second wash then leave on for a couple of hours then wipe-rinse----bleach kills mould or buy a mould kill from your hardware Saffronmane <myzen66 wrote: Hello- We recently had some mould in our apartment tested, and it was found to be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and Cladosporium. This stuff seems to be growing up the back of our speakers in the living room and on some other furnature, also on some items in a closet. Since our landlord is uninterested in doing anything about it, and moving is not something we can do immediately, I was wondering if anyone here could tell me how dangerous these types of mould could be to our health? Also, are there any supplements we could be taking to protect ourselves against the effects of mould? We are finding we are having some symptoms, since living in this apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we are both congested. Thanks for any help anyone can provide- Lynne Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? Check outnew cars at Autos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2007 Report Share Posted April 15, 2007 If not nailed down it can trip you...If not secured to the door frame it may rip your pants... Saffronmane <myzen66 wrote: Hello- We recently had some mould in our apartment tested, and it was found to be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and Cladosporium. This stuff seems to be growing up the back of our speakers in the living room and on some other furnature, also on some items in a closet. Since our landlord is uninterested in doing anything about it, and moving is not something we can do immediately, I was wondering if anyone here could tell me how dangerous these types of mould could be to our health? Also, are there any supplements we could be taking to protect ourselves against the effects of mould? We are finding we are having some symptoms, since living in this apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we are both congested. Thanks for any help anyone can provide- Lynne David DeDominicis, LMT 248 East Southwest Parkway Lewisville, Tx. healing_hands75067 ph 972-782-2746 cell 469-734-9512 Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? Check outnew cars at Autos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2007 Report Share Posted April 15, 2007 We use an air purifier... and believe it really helps... Ingrid --- Saffronmane <myzen66 wrote: > Hello- > We recently had some mould in our apartment tested, > and it was found to > be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and > Cladosporium. This > stuff seems to be growing up the back of our > speakers in the living > room and on some other furnature, also on some items > in a closet. > > Since our landlord is uninterested in doing anything > about it, and > moving is not something we can do immediately, I was > wondering if > anyone here could tell me how dangerous these types > of mould could be > to our health? Also, are there any supplements we > could be taking to > protect ourselves against the effects of mould? > > We are finding we are having some symptoms, since > living in this > apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we > are both congested. > > Thanks for any help anyone can provide- > Lynne > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2007 Report Share Posted April 15, 2007 The toxic risks are substantial. If you can get back in there, and seek to DIY, you might consider spraying it with a diluted solution of chlorine and then vacuuming out the stuff with a HEPA Filtered vacuum. Wear the best quality dust mask you can afford, scrape it off with a putty knife and spray the surface with the chlorine solution to kill anything that's left. Yes, the chlorine is bad, but the mold might be worse. You might want to call your State's Health Department.though if you do the genie can't be put back in the bottle. They might have free services or they might kick everyone out of the building until the problem is rectified. As far as supplements go, my advice is to focus on the basics of nutrition to support correct cell function and immune modulation. Dietary supplements should always be food based and the manufacturer should follow " GMP " standards to ensure that you're getting what you're paying for. -Dave _____ Dave Saunders, NC, DNEH Certified Nutritional Educator and Wellness Coach, ANA Member of the American International Association of Nutritional Education (AIANE) Get the news and info you need to support optimal health at <http://www.glycowellness.com/> www.glycowellness.com On Behalf Of Saffronmane Saturday, April 14, 2007 8:37 PM How dangerous is mould? Hello- We recently had some mould in our apartment tested, and it was found to be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and Cladosporium. This stuff seems to be growing up the back of our speakers in the living room and on some other furnature, also on some items in a closet. Since our landlord is uninterested in doing anything about it, and moving is not something we can do immediately, I was wondering if anyone here could tell me how dangerous these types of mould could be to our health? Also, are there any supplements we could be taking to protect ourselves against the effects of mould? We are finding we are having some symptoms, since living in this apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we are both congested. Thanks for any help anyone can provide- Lynne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2007 Report Share Posted April 16, 2007 I've heard that using bleach to kill mold sometimes causes it to spread, but I haven't been able to find that in writing anywhere. Here are some sites with mold removal info.... from the US EPA: www.epa. gov/mold/moldresources.html from a commercial site: www.moldrx4u. com I've got more information on the essential oil blend referred to on the second site, just email me if you'd like it Pamela , cheryl bullock <cooee.shari wrote: > > firstly- you should know that mould gives off tiny particles which you are breathing in---obviously the appartment is in a damp area and is possibly even rising damp.The mould could be effecting your breathing and not good if you are asthmatic. If you can not affor to moe for a while -I suggest you wash the walls with ( gloves and mask on) and wash them twice, then wipe over with bleach water-or use as second wash then leave on for a couple of hours then wipe-rinse----bleach kills mould or buy a mould kill from your hardware > > Saffronmane <myzen66 wrote: Hello- > We recently had some mould in our apartment tested, and it was found to > be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and Cladosporium. This > stuff seems to be growing up the back of our speakers in the living > room and on some other furnature, also on some items in a closet. > > Since our landlord is uninterested in doing anything about it, and > moving is not something we can do immediately, I was wondering if > anyone here could tell me how dangerous these types of mould could be > to our health? Also, are there any supplements we could be taking to > protect ourselves against the effects of mould? > > We are finding we are having some symptoms, since living in this > apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we are both congested. > > Thanks for any help anyone can provide- > Lynne > Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? > Check outnew cars at Autos. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2007 Report Share Posted April 16, 2007 <Since our landlord is uninterested in doing anything about it, and moving is not something we can do immediately, I was wondering if anyone here could tell me how dangerous these types of mould could be to our health?> Also, are there any supplements we could be taking to protect ourselves against the effects of mould?> Mould can ruin your health and your life. Do not take this lightly. Please visit Ingrid Naiman's website on this topic. http://moldmisery.com Are there supplements? I sincerely believe that this is a case for using Rainforest herbs. Down in the hot wet jungle you either learn to fight fungus or you become one. Strong concentrates from Sangre de Drago, Una de Gato and Jatoba, or combinations of the above, can be a big help. Ingrid Naiman says that tincture of Jatoba saved her life. Go see Ingrid, OK? Ien in the Kootenays http://freegreenliving.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2007 Report Share Posted April 16, 2007 There is a product a Lowes thatt will kill the mold and has a mold inhibitor in it -- read the directions carefully; also may use a dehumidifier to reduce the moisture in the living area. Bleach will work but may not serve to inhibit future growth. mcdowellpk <mcdowellpk Monday, April 16, 2007 4:48:16 PM Re: How dangerous is mould? I've heard that using bleach to kill mold sometimes causes it to spread, but I haven't been able to find that in writing anywhere. Here are some sites with mold removal info.... from the US EPA: www.epa. gov/mold/moldresour ces.html from a commercial site: www.moldrx4u. com I've got more information on the essential oil blend referred to on the second site, just email me if you'd like it Pamela , cheryl bullock <cooee.shari@ ...> wrote: > > firstly- you should know that mould gives off tiny particles which you are breathing in---obviously the appartment is in a damp area and is possibly even rising damp.The mould could be effecting your breathing and not good if you are asthmatic. If you can not affor to moe for a while -I suggest you wash the walls with ( gloves and mask on) and wash them twice, then wipe over with bleach water-or use as second wash then leave on for a couple of hours then wipe-rinse-- --bleach kills mould or buy a mould kill from your hardware > > Saffronmane <myzen66 > wrote: Hello- > We recently had some mould in our apartment tested, and it was found to > be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and Cladosporium. This > stuff seems to be growing up the back of our speakers in the living > room and on some other furnature, also on some items in a closet. > > Since our landlord is uninterested in doing anything about it, and > moving is not something we can do immediately, I was wondering if > anyone here could tell me how dangerous these types of mould could be > to our health? Also, are there any supplements we could be taking to > protect ourselves against the effects of mould? > > We are finding we are having some symptoms, since living in this > apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we are both congested. > > Thanks for any help anyone can provide- > Lynne ------------ --------- --------- --- > Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? > Check outnew cars at Autos. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 There is also an additive for paint to reduce mould-if you wash walls then add one or two quick coats of paint (with additive) it may ease the problem-i used this downstairs in a mouldy kitchen and it was great-i moved out after a year so can't say how long it will last but if it saves your lungs and eyes a couple of hundred dollars is well worth it and it will make you feel better if the place is freshened up a bit. mcdowellpk <mcdowellpk wrote: I've heard that using bleach to kill mold sometimes causes it to spread, but I haven't been able to find that in writing anywhere. Here are some sites with mold removal info.... from the US EPA: www.epa. gov/mold/moldresources.html from a commercial site: www.moldrx4u. com I've got more information on the essential oil blend referred to on the second site, just email me if you'd like it Pamela , cheryl bullock <cooee.shari wrote: > > firstly- you should know that mould gives off tiny particles which you are breathing in---obviously the appartment is in a damp area and is possibly even rising damp.The mould could be effecting your breathing and not good if you are asthmatic. If you can not affor to moe for a while -I suggest you wash the walls with ( gloves and mask on) and wash them twice, then wipe over with bleach water-or use as second wash then leave on for a couple of hours then wipe-rinse----bleach kills mould or buy a mould kill from your hardware > > Saffronmane <myzen66 wrote: Hello- > We recently had some mould in our apartment tested, and it was found to > be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and Cladosporium. This > stuff seems to be growing up the back of our speakers in the living > room and on some other furnature, also on some items in a closet. > > Since our landlord is uninterested in doing anything about it, and > moving is not something we can do immediately, I was wondering if > anyone here could tell me how dangerous these types of mould could be > to our health? Also, are there any supplements we could be taking to > protect ourselves against the effects of mould? > > We are finding we are having some symptoms, since living in this > apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we are both congested. > > Thanks for any help anyone can provide- > Lynne > Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? > Check outnew cars at Autos. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 Chlorine bleach is also very toxic to the body and when too much of the fumes are inhaled it can cause breathing issues and other problems. Jenny Kernan --- mcdowellpk <mcdowellpk wrote: > I've heard that using bleach to kill mold sometimes > causes it to > spread, but I haven't been able to find that in > writing anywhere. > > Here are some sites with mold removal info.... > from the US EPA: www.epa. > gov/mold/moldresources.html > from a commercial site: www.moldrx4u. com > > I've got more information on the essential oil blend > referred to on > the second site, just email me if you'd like it > > Pamela > > , cheryl > bullock > <cooee.shari wrote: > > > > firstly- you should know that mould gives off tiny > particles which > you are breathing in---obviously the appartment is > in a damp area and > is possibly even rising damp.The mould could be > effecting your > breathing and not good if you are asthmatic. If you > can not affor to > moe for a while -I suggest you wash the walls with > ( gloves and > mask on) and wash them twice, then wipe over with > bleach water-or use > as second wash then leave on for a couple of hours > then > wipe-rinse----bleach kills mould or buy a mould kill > from your hardware > > > > Saffronmane <myzen66 wrote: Hello- > > We recently had some mould in our apartment > tested, and it was found to > > be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and > Cladosporium. This > > stuff seems to be growing up the back of our > speakers in the living > > room and on some other furnature, also on some > items in a closet. > > > > Since our landlord is uninterested in doing > anything about it, and > > moving is not something we can do immediately, I > was wondering if > > anyone here could tell me how dangerous these > types of mould could be > > to our health? Also, are there any supplements we > could be taking to > > protect ourselves against the effects of mould? > > > > We are finding we are having some symptoms, since > living in this > > apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we > are both congested. > > > > Thanks for any help anyone can provide- > > Lynne > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " > smell? > > Check outnew cars at Autos. > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 There is paint called KILZ that inhibits the growth of new mold. But you have to make sure you get the old stuff off first. Jenny Kernan --- Steven Wilson <antiqmon2004 wrote: > There is a product a Lowes thatt will kill the mold > and has a mold inhibitor in it -- read the > directions carefully; also may use a dehumidifier to > reduce the moisture in the living area. Bleach will > work but may not serve to inhibit future growth. > > > > mcdowellpk <mcdowellpk > > Monday, April 16, 2007 4:48:16 PM > Re: How dangerous is > mould? > > I've heard that using bleach to kill mold sometimes > causes it to > spread, but I haven't been able to find that in > writing anywhere. > > Here are some sites with mold removal info.... > from the US EPA: www.epa. gov/mold/moldresour > ces.html > from a commercial site: www.moldrx4u. com > > I've got more information on the essential oil blend > referred to on > the second site, just email me if you'd like it > > Pamela > > , cheryl > bullock > <cooee.shari@ ...> wrote: > > > > firstly- you should know that mould gives off tiny > particles which > you are breathing in---obviously the appartment is > in a damp area and > is possibly even rising damp.The mould could be > effecting your > breathing and not good if you are asthmatic. If you > can not affor to > moe for a while -I suggest you wash the walls with ( > gloves and > mask on) and wash them twice, then wipe over with > bleach water-or use > as second wash then leave on for a couple of hours > then > wipe-rinse-- --bleach kills mould or buy a mould > kill from your hardware > > > > Saffronmane <myzen66 > wrote: Hello- > > We recently had some mould in our apartment > tested, and it was found to > > be a combination of Alternaia, Aspergillus and > Cladosporium. This > > stuff seems to be growing up the back of our > speakers in the living > > room and on some other furnature, also on some > items in a closet. > > > > Since our landlord is uninterested in doing > anything about it, and > > moving is not something we can do immediately, I > was wondering if > > anyone here could tell me how dangerous these > types of mould could be > > to our health? Also, are there any supplements we > could be taking to > > protect ourselves against the effects of mould? > > > > We are finding we are having some symptoms, since > living in this > > apartment my eyes are very itchy sometimes, and we > are both congested. > > > > Thanks for any help anyone can provide- > > Lynne > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ------------ --------- --------- --- > > Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " > smell? > > Check outnew cars at Autos. > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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