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Dangerous molds?

Dear George, Is the mold called Aspergillus, Mysomycetes and Cladosporium dangerous molds? Can they be cleaned out of your home? Thanks, Christina Dear Christina, There are many varietals of Aspergillus (like Aspergillus candidu, Aspergillus carneus, Aspergillus clavatus,Aspergillus deflectus. Some are more pathogenic than others. One of the worst is Aspergillus flavus which produces a type…

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Mold in my Car

Dear George, What are the effects of breathing mold from carpeting, etc. in an automobile? Signed, Car mold Molds produce allergens, irritants, and in some cases, toxic substances called mycotoxins. Inhaling or touching mold or mold spores may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, and the responses will differ depending on which mold is growing…

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Mold Types and Results

Dear George, Asperguillas/Penicillium and Cladosporin are what type of mold. What if anything can they do to your health? Signed, Penicillium Nuts Dear Nuts, Molds can cause a number of responses, more than we can answer here, including any degree of allergy. If you’re talking about classification, molds are either Zygomycota, Deuteromycota and Ascomycota. Aspergillus…