mildew and health problems?
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BIG BIG helath problems,   Cause cause several bacterial infections as well as lung infections.  Ive seen several specials on mold and mildew, and their effects on health.\n\n  One family even had to completely abandon their home and possestions, due to the mold that was present in the house.
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From my experience, I lived in a mouldy apartment last year. I experienced on-going sinus and alergy problems. This totally affected my life. My clothes also began to get mouldy too, so when I wore those clothes even after I'd moved out of the apartment, I had to excuse myself from work, so I could go home and change because the effect of the mould on my eyes and   throat and nose was so bad. I literally couldnt do my job because of it. Hope this experience helps.
268765
Mold and mildew need water, and organic material to eat, like wood or fabric.
484762
Depends on what the source of the mold is.  If it is just common mildew then no.  It is your responsibility to keep your bathroom clean.  If it is a serious mold problem, then alcohol will kill it.  If you just want to get out of your lease, work out a deal with your land lord.  Don't be shady.
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PSS....IMPORTANT....IF YOU HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE..IT WOULD BE CHEAPER!  IF YOU HAVE A DOLLAR STORE OR KAISER PHARMACY...GET IT THERE. STUFF IS EXPENSIVE.......NEW INFO I suffered from this as well. It's either gardnerella or a yeast infection. Both are very similar in many ways. See a doctor, go to a free clinic whatever. If you have an active sex life, your partner can be treated as well! If they are not treated, they will just give it right back to you!  Also, after 4-5yrs of this crap, I found that using DOVE WHITE(unscented,no dyes). And, I have had to cut out baths! Good luck!!!!
826636
what problems don't they cause or contribute to? !  everything from bad breath to cancer and stinky clothes, car and house!
919212
You should have a full physical, you have been ill more than normal.  It could be that there are bugs going around...travelling and working close together sapreads germs quickly.  Or it could be whats known as "Sick Office Syndrome".  It really exisits.  Google it and see if that fits with your symptoms.  I cant remember details but its something to do with air conditioning which is not as clean as it should be...;
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If you are going by plane, take that "Airborne" supplement that was made by the teacher.  They say it is great for staving off germs in closed places like airplanes, classrooms, etc.\n\nThey possible diseases are too numerous to list.
438192
Being in the med field this sounds strange for to me to tell someone else, but try not bathing in soap or any other substances. Just H20 and avoid being too clean, my niece has the same issues, and avoid clothing that rubs? as far as topical treatments i have a natural remidies book that ~I can't locate~ try health food stores, maybe something as simple as garlic? there are many foods that aide the body in homeostasis!
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Possibility of an infection. Call your doctor and have it checked out.
112864
Other than washing the hands frequently(this is a must in any case) you can take also other protective measures: open the windows at work or at school, because even if there is a person having flu and you can't avoid it, fresh air that will enter in the room will help to the diluition of the pathogen.\nIt will be helpful also to take orange juice, that contains vit. C and if you can't there are food supplements containing vit. C + Zn in the pharmacies.So, ask your pharmacist about their action.\nHoney, is also a natural antibiotic of our body.\n\nKaterina
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No, it contains nothing that can cause infections.  Uncleanliness or nasty partners with infections can cause infections.  Use protection.
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An infection maybe...
547378
It seems as if there are some external sources making them sick- do you live in a wet environment? Are there signs of mildew on the windows or walls? Do you have pets, especially ones that tramp around in the weeds? Where do you and/or your husband work? Bringing in something on your clothes from work that may be toxic? What type of cleaning products do you use? Are you spraying their toys/room with Febreeze?- this has been known to be dangerous to animals! You need to do some serious research around your house and track poosible sources of toxins coming in or growing in your house.Not enough info for now, sorry. Allergy testing should rule out foods, but not environment.
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Allergies r a common prob now a days. Mostly caused by the lack of contact with the allergen producers. Your body had probably grown unused to the dust from the cotton and had a adverse reaction to the dust. Air filters and disinfectent have essentially weakened our systems to the point where they can no longer handle contact with the most common things we come into contact with. Like dust pollen germs and bacteria. Your body would eventually become immune again to the dust and so would your daughters. But u would suffer quite abit before that happened. So now u must resort to antihistamins. The human body is not as fragile as everyone thinks it is nowadays. It has the capability to overcome minor irritations. How have we lasted all this time before airfilters and disenfectents??? Yes we have much more pollutents in the air due to industrialization. And more contact with germs and bacteria due to our ability to move around more freely. And it is good to wash your hands and use handsanitizer and clean up after handling poultry and meat. But the old saying still holds true a little dirt never hurt. And as allways moderation. Over contact with germs and bacteria and allergens is bad but a little wont hurt u.
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your friend may have a vaginal infection which can only be diagnosed by a physician.  If there is only itching and discharge, it may only be a yeast infection which is not very hard to cure, but I am not saying this what your friend has.  Your friend may also be allergic to whatever she is using to clean herself with, but you never know, so tell your friend to get herself to a doctor so she can be tested and treated.
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Contacting the health department may be the best thing to do.  I hope you are successful in bringing attention to the conditions you've observed.  It would also seem that this question belongs in a category other than Skin Conditions, more like Government or Law.