Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Does Kerosene Fumes Cause Chest Pain?
YYYY@YYYY We always use kerosene Heaters It keeps the house nice & warm but at night after we turn them off the fumes are awaful and linger for hours i can t even sleep at night because of Chest pains,Could that be from the fumes Also Is this going to cost me anything
Wed, 2 May 2018
Hello,
Yes, kerosene fumes can cause burning chest pain. It is not good for the long-term use.
It can cause burning, irritation, and inflammation in airways. So, it can cause bronchitis in the long-run. Therefore, it is better not to use kerosene heaters.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar
Yes, kerosene fumes can cause burning chest pain. It is not good for the long-term use.
It can cause burning, irritation, and inflammation in airways. So, it can cause bronchitis in the long-run. Therefore, it is better not to use kerosene heaters.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....