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.
Poor Ventilation. If you have poor ventilation, it could be the cause of mildew stench. The moisture is trapped and is building up on your walls and inside your ducts, causing mold and mildew to form. To fix the problem, install proper ventilation---such as a fan or window---in the areas where moisture may be occurring.f you know poor ventilation is not the cause of your mildew smell, start checking for excess moisture throughout your home. Excess moisture, not caused by poor ventilation, is typically found in places where leaks occur, such as on your roof, in your basement or under your sink.