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Can Inhaling Bleach Fumes Cause Chest Pain And Breathing Difficulty?
Hi I was cleaning with a cleaner that has bleach in it(was really strong) well now I feel like I can tbreath. II m literally havIng to take deep sharp breaths and my chest hurt. What can Ido about it? (Also Ithink where I m having to breath in so much its making my head throb)
Mon, 20 Apr 2020
Hi
Accidental inhalation of bleach fumes can cause irritation of throat, cough,breathing difficulty and light headedness.
In case of chlorine poisoning,the first thing to do would be to remove yourself from the site and move to an open space inorder to get a breath of fresh air.
It is essential to visit your doctor as soon as possible to examine the throat and rule out any lung damage.You need to be in observation and may require oxygen supplementation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
Accidental inhalation of bleach fumes can cause irritation of throat, cough,breathing difficulty and light headedness.
In case of chlorine poisoning,the first thing to do would be to remove yourself from the site and move to an open space inorder to get a breath of fresh air.
It is essential to visit your doctor as soon as possible to examine the throat and rule out any lung damage.You need to be in observation and may require oxygen supplementation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
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