Not all mold is toxic. Certain molds excrete toxic compounds called mycotoxins which can be harmful or lethal. But not even all mycotoxins are harmful-penicillin is a mycotoxin for example. Another issue leading to health concerns with mold is how much a person is allergic to certain molds. But harmful molds often grow in indoor spaces that are dark and damp-such as the inside of walls that are not properly insulated, and it is the landlord's responsibility to keep the house mold free.
Below is an article on toxic mold.
It is usually best to assume that all mold is toxic.
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Toxic black mold can occur anywhere there is sitting water. If you have a flood and do not clean it up properly, you can get toxic black mold.
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(Username: Emily) Black mold is a toxic mold, which has been linked to many respiratory problems such as asthma and bronchitis.
Black Mold is a generic term for a group of fungi than includes things like bread mold and Penicillium. "Toxic black mold" is a common name for a group of molds that release spores that are toxic to us. It is a much punchier name!
There are plenty of mold killers you can purchase. A good one would have a bleaching agent that would quickly killed the toxic mold wherever it may be residing. http://www.moldremovalsite.com/
There are certain types of mold which are considered toxic. Certain molds excrete toxic compounds called mycotoxins which can be lethal-not all mycotoxins are lethal. It is best to get a residence or public building tested for toxic forms of mold. Not doing so can become a serious legal threat to landlords. Below is an article on toxic molds.
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Toxic mold can be removed with a variety of natural means. Tree tea oil, grapefood seed extract and vinegar spray have had positive results in the safe removal of mold.
Some forms of toxic mold have been known to cause skin rashes