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Is It Dangerous To Be Exposed To Mold?

Is it dangerous to be exposed to mold? I'm not sure what type of mold it is but today I was cleaning out a cabinet and i found a cup of coffee covered in mold and some things around it had mold on it as well. i touched it because i had to wipe down the surface but i washed my hands afterwards.
Tue, 26 Aug 2014
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This type of exposure is not likely to be dangerous. Most problems with mold occur with people who have an allergy from it, or whose immune system is suppressed, then ingest it or breathe it in. You cleaned it up and appropriately washed your hands, so you should have no problems. Hope this answers your query.
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Is It Dangerous To Be Exposed To Mold?

This type of exposure is not likely to be dangerous. Most problems with mold occur with people who have an allergy from it, or whose immune system is suppressed, then ingest it or breathe it in. You cleaned it up and appropriately washed your hands, so you should have no problems. Hope this answers your query.