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Is Inhalation Of Bleach Fumes Harmful?
Question: I inhaled pure bleach fumes while cleaning/disinfecting mouse droppings from our enclosed crawl space. I presently have a minor cough. Should I be worried of permanent respiratory damage?
Spent roughly 2-3 hrs in the crawl space... took about 4 fresh air breaks,
Spent roughly 2-3 hrs in the crawl space... took about 4 fresh air breaks,
Brief Answer:
You have to be concerned only if cough persists beyond few weeks.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX,
Thanks for posting your query on HCM.
No I do not think you have a cause to worry. The cough should go away in a few days time. Do you have any allergy or asthma issues? Taking an anti allergy like a montair lc may help if you suffer from allergies.
If the cough persists beyond say 1 to 2 weeks you may have to get a chest xray done and consult your PCP. He can then examine you in detail and advise you accordingly.
Take care.
You have to be concerned only if cough persists beyond few weeks.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX,
Thanks for posting your query on HCM.
No I do not think you have a cause to worry. The cough should go away in a few days time. Do you have any allergy or asthma issues? Taking an anti allergy like a montair lc may help if you suffer from allergies.
If the cough persists beyond say 1 to 2 weeks you may have to get a chest xray done and consult your PCP. He can then examine you in detail and advise you accordingly.
Take care.
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