Black Mold

Black mould is dangerous to babies and could be what causes the wheezing ..
Black mould can cause respiratory problems!! move out

I heard it can kill , you should sue!

The wheezing can be the start of a lifetime of respiratory issues. If you and your husband decide to stay in that home, it is IMPERATIVE you have a professional company come out and sample the mold to determine what type it is. There are harmless and very harmful types. The only way to know for sure is to have it cultured in a lab. Second, do not touch it, clean it, or let anyone who is not trained in mold removal disturb it.

When you disturb mold, the spores in it come apart and float around in the air you breathe. This can be very bad for anyone, especially children.

If the mold is that bad, you may want to consider moving. It’s better to move than to have your family deal with a myraid of health problems.

My boyfriend stayed in an apartment last year with black mold, which he did not discover until living there for like 7 mo. He had been getting sick pretty frequently over that period of time, and i think that may be why. The black mold was in his BEDROOM behind the dresser… ew. it was also in the kitchen.

i think my bathroom had black mold.. well.. the ceiling had small greenish black dots all over it. not sure if it’s the same mold or not, but i just sprayed some foaming stuff i use to clean the sinks and toilet and scrubbed it off.. and well, ceiling is still clean lol

I had some windows replaced cause of black mold and they where contributing to the allergy fits we all would have but nothing that serious. Here is some more info on the issues caused by black mold and your smart getting her in asap to the doctor. I hope the owner of the place gets his punishment for putting not just your child but you all at risk.

What is this black mold that I keep hearing about and does this pose a serious health risk?

The mold you are referring to is called Stachybotrys chartarum (it is also called Stachybotrys atra ). This mold is greenish-black and slimy — resembling tar or black paint. Stachybotrys typically grows only on cellulose-containing products — paper, cardboard, fiberboard, ceiling tiles, and any wood-based products. Constant moisture is required for its growth.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there is no accurate information about how common this mold is in buildings and homes. They say it is less common than other molds but is not rare. Serious illnesses that might be linked with Stachybotrys include bleeding lungs in infants, sudden infant death syndrome, and central nervous system changes such as personality changes, sleep disorders, and memory loss. Further studies are needed to determine if this mold actually causes these illnesses. If you believe you are ill due to exposure to mold, see your doctor to discuss the appropriate action to take.

In terms of health risks, and mold removal and cleanup, all molds are treated the same. In most cases, molds — including Stachybotrys — can be removed by a thorough cleaning with a 10 percent bleach solution (1 part bleach to 10 parts water). However, if the mold problem is extensive and/or household members are particularly sensitive to molds, you might want to hire a professional to do the cleaning and possibly vacate the home.

“no one” had it right. But you really need to try and get out of there. If your landlord rented the building illegally, you need to go about taking legal action as soon as possible. Work with the city and inspector about the mold. You already have medical expenses possibly related to this (copay for visit tomorrow, any tests going to be ran etc). Make sure your doctor is VERY thorough in documenting this. Samples need to be gathered from the home.. you should consult an attorney!

that is horrible,how rude of the landlord,i am going through something the same but my prob is lead paint,we also are renting illegally and we can not afford to move,how old is your baby?my bub as a newborn also wheezed,he does not anymore he is 6 months old.i hope your bub will be fine.please email me and let me know how you go,as i am interested….

Hi Sweety,
You should be very concerned about your childs’ health. Toxic mold is a very serious health threat and can cause worse damage than bleeding lungs. Toxic mold grows in a no sunlight environment with a constant water source like from a leaking pipe. For instance; behind walls, ceilings, inside a/c units, basements, crawl spaces etc. I would suggest pre-empting your Doctors to treat for toxic mold exposure. The human body has no resistance to toxic mold and will not naturally get rid of the very serious toxins. Even after moving out your child will continue to grow worse. Some type of anti fungal meds is in order i believe. Most Doctors will look at you like your crazy however do not take no for an answer. Glad your seeing a lawyer about this, its def in order. God Bless
Elias Garcia

black mold has been known to cause respiratory problems even death due to long term exposure. Your doing the right thing by suing, because we have to send a massage to these slum lords that they can’t take your rent and leave you in that situation especially with a child.