Woman Kept Waking Up 'Unable to Breathe'—Then She Looked Under Her Bed
Summary
A woman in New York City woke up several times unable to breathe and found an oyster mushroom growing under her bed. The mushroom’s spores can cause breathing problems and lung inflammation if inhaled for a long time. She removed the mushroom and is working with her landlord to resolve the issue.Key Facts
- Amelia Axelrod woke up at night unable to breathe and felt chest tightness.
- She went to urgent care but did not get a medical solution.
- She discovered a large oyster mushroom growing out of the floorboard under her bed.
- Oyster mushrooms release tiny spores that can cause asthma-like symptoms when inhaled.
- Long exposure to these spores can cause a lung condition called hypersensitivity pneumonitis.
- The mushroom likely grew from spores entering through open patio doors or leaks.
- Axelrod has removed the mushroom and her landlord is assisting her.
- She is monitoring the situation to avoid further health problems.
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