Approximately 70% of homes have some form of mold. While this is common, it can become a concern when moisture levels are not controlled, allowing mold to grow and potentially lead to health problems. Symptoms can range from itchy eyes and sneezing to fatigue and difficulty breathing.
What Happened When She Discovered Black Mold
One holistic health coach, Autumn Clayman, addressed this issue on TikTok. Posted on Aug. 21, her video has garnered over 3.7 million views and 71,000 likes. Autumn details the symptoms she experienced after living in an apartment with black mold.
“I’m currently healing from black mold after living in a moldy apartment,” Autumn states. “So I’m gonna share some symptoms that I experienced.” The video includes visuals showing mold, with black and green spots spreading across the walls of her apartment.
“The first thing was a burning sensation—I felt this all over my skin, specifically on my face and neck,” she explains.
What Happens When Black Mold Is Disturbed?
Although black mold isn’t airborne, disturbing the colony can cause spores to become airborne, which when inhaled, may weaken the immune system.
Autumn identified another symptom: eczema. “It started as a little speck on my neck and rapidly spread all over my arms and legs,” she recalls.
Research indicates a connection between mold exposure and skin conditions like eczema. Studies show that contact with mold spores can result in dermatitis and eczema.
“I also experienced increased allergies and congestion,” Autumn described. “With my existing sinus issues, it became difficult to breathe.”
“Burning, itchy eyes and extreme fatigue were other symptoms,” she adds. Despite getting sleep, Autumn felt persistently exhausted.
How She Identified the Problem
It took time for Autumn to link her health issues to mold exposure, as it’s not always visible. “I explored numerous possibilities before concluding that it had to be my apartment,” she said.
After testing, she confirmed the presence of black mold in her living environment. “I ended up finding out that I have black mold,” she reported.
What Happened When She Vacated Her Apartment
On leaving her apartment, Autumn noticed rapid improvement: “My symptoms started to heal, and my skin is clearing up.”
After sharing her experience, viewers flooded the comments with questions about mold detection and detoxification.
Viewers Ask Questions About the Experience
Queries ranged from “How can you test for mold?” to “Where do you find the mold?” In response, Autumn created a series of follow-up videos.
She indicated that she found mold in the air conditioning units of her former apartment.
A Resolution to This Black Mold Nightmare
“I guarantee that mold was likely in other areas, but due to the costs associated with testing, landlords often only remedy visible signs,” Autumn explained.
Fortunately, she was able to reclaim her deposit and break her lease. She has now moved to a new place, focusing on improving her health. “It triggered an autoimmune issue that I didn’t know I had,” she disclosed.
Though her journey to recovery may be lengthy, Autumn feels optimistic due to her diet, new routine, and vitamins. “This experience has significantly changed my lifestyle,” she expressed. “I empathize with anyone going through this.”
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Approximately 70% of homes have some form of mold. While this is common, it can become a concern when moisture levels are not controlled, allowing mold to grow and potentially lead to health problems. Symptoms can range from itchy eyes and sneezing to fatigue and difficulty breathing.
What Happened When She Discovered Black Mold
One holistic health coach, Autumn Clayman, addressed this issue on TikTok. Posted on Aug. 21, her video has garnered over 3.7 million views and 71,000 likes. Autumn details the symptoms she experienced after living in an apartment with black mold.
“I’m currently healing from black mold after living in a moldy apartment,” Autumn states. “So I’m gonna share some symptoms that I experienced.” The video includes visuals showing mold, with black and green spots spreading across the walls of her apartment.
“The first thing was a burning sensation—I felt this all over my skin, specifically on my face and neck,” she explains.
What Happens When Black Mold Is Disturbed?
Although black mold isn’t airborne, disturbing the colony can cause spores to become airborne, which when inhaled, may weaken the immune system.
Autumn identified another symptom: eczema. “It started as a little speck on my neck and rapidly spread all over my arms and legs,” she recalls.
Research indicates a connection between mold exposure and skin conditions like eczema. Studies show that contact with mold spores can result in dermatitis and eczema.
“I also experienced increased allergies and congestion,” Autumn described. “With my existing sinus issues, it became difficult to breathe.”
“Burning, itchy eyes and extreme fatigue were other symptoms,” she adds. Despite getting sleep, Autumn felt persistently exhausted.
How She Identified the Problem
It took time for Autumn to link her health issues to mold exposure, as it’s not always visible. “I explored numerous possibilities before concluding that it had to be my apartment,” she said.
After testing, she confirmed the presence of black mold in her living environment. “I ended up finding out that I have black mold,” she reported.
What Happened When She Vacated Her Apartment
On leaving her apartment, Autumn noticed rapid improvement: “My symptoms started to heal, and my skin is clearing up.”
After sharing her experience, viewers flooded the comments with questions about mold detection and detoxification.
Viewers Ask Questions About the Experience
Queries ranged from “How can you test for mold?” to “Where do you find the mold?” In response, Autumn created a series of follow-up videos.
She indicated that she found mold in the air conditioning units of her former apartment.
A Resolution to This Black Mold Nightmare
“I guarantee that mold was likely in other areas, but due to the costs associated with testing, landlords often only remedy visible signs,” Autumn explained.
Fortunately, she was able to reclaim her deposit and break her lease. She has now moved to a new place, focusing on improving her health. “It triggered an autoimmune issue that I didn’t know I had,” she disclosed.
Though her journey to recovery may be lengthy, Autumn feels optimistic due to her diet, new routine, and vitamins. “This experience has significantly changed my lifestyle,” she expressed. “I empathize with anyone going through this.”