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Can Vomiting And Sickness Be Due To Paint Fumes?

I have been painting our bedroom for the last few days and suddenly when I was out running errands I felt myself become sick to my stomach. By the time I got home I barely made it to the toilet and vomited profusely for almost 20 minutes. Could the paint fumes cause me to become sick and vomit?
Wed, 30 Sep 2015
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you are feeling sick and you have a feeling of vomiting . Well the probable reasons for your sickness is paint fumes (as your also mention in query ) . There are several potentially harmful substances in paints, depending on the type of paint being used. The most well-known toxic substances in paint are volatile organic compounds, known as VOCs.
(volatile organic compound) , which are actually responsible for ill health . I would suggest you to consult doctor without any delay , because condition sometimes become complicated . Doctor may prescribe domperidone or may refer you to gastroenterologist.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Can Vomiting And Sickness Be Due To Paint Fumes?

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you are feeling sick and you have a feeling of vomiting . Well the probable reasons for your sickness is paint fumes (as your also mention in query ) . There are several potentially harmful substances in paints, depending on the type of paint being used. The most well-known toxic substances in paint are volatile organic compounds, known as VOCs. (volatile organic compound) , which are actually responsible for ill health . I would suggest you to consult doctor without any delay , because condition sometimes become complicated . Doctor may prescribe domperidone or may refer you to gastroenterologist. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari