Since guessing wasn’t helping, I snapped a photo and searched online for answers. That’s when everything started to make sense. The results pointed to a naturally occurring fungus that can appear suddenly in damp conditions and produce a strong odor. Every description matched what I was experiencing—the sudden appearance, the unusual look, and especially that distinct smell. Instead of feeling alarmed, I felt relieved, realizing it wasn’t something unnatural or dangerous—just one of nature’s unexpected surprises.
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