Examination of the feet is important in lower extremity edema. In patients with lymphedema, there is an inability to tent the skin of the dorsum of the second toe using a pincer grasp (Kaposi-Stemmer sign)7,9â11 (eFigure D).
The heat under the house, mixed with the leaking water was causing the moisture and the mold growing on the closet wall. Some of the water just sitting under the tub area was the cause of the mildew and the awful odor. After he cleaned out the tub drains and resealed the grout the smell in the bedroom disappeared.
Realistically, there is no way to prevent or rid ALL mold and mildew from your home; the way to control mold growth is to control moisture. The key to ensuring fungus free surfaces is to keep fungus prone places dry and clean. 1  Fix Any and All Moisture Problems in Your Home. 2  Look for and stop all water leaks.