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Occupational Health & Safety (Expert Forum)
inhalation of household bleach
Answered by
Philip Parks, MD - Occupational Safety, Occupational Health, Travel Medicine, Environmental Health
Harvard School of Public Health
Boston - MA
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Doctor's Answer
by Philip Parks, MD, Mar 29, 2008 10:39PM
, Mar 29, 2008 10:39PM
To: jacqs444
Hello,
When did your exposure occur? How are you feeling now?
Bleach contains sodium hypochlorite and the vapors from bleach can be quite irritating to the nose, mouth, airways, and eyes.
Depending on several factors: the concentration of the bleach, how much ventilation was present in the area when you were exposed, whether or not you were in a confined space, and how long you were exposed, the type of exposure that you experienced can cause a range of effects. The effects can be mild and include nausea, throat irritation, cough, and eye irritation. Or, if the exposure was more significant, there can be irritation and inflammation of the airways that result in a chemical bronchitis or pneumonitis (irritation of the large and small airways in the lungs).
~•~ Dr. Parks
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
When did your exposure occur? How are you feeling now?
Bleach contains sodium hypochlorite and the vapors from bleach can be quite irritating to the nose, mouth, airways, and eyes.
Depending on several factors: the concentration of the bleach, how much ventilation was present in the area when you were exposed, whether or not you were in a confined space, and how long you were exposed, the type of exposure that you experienced can cause a range of effects. The effects can be mild and include nausea, throat irritation, cough, and eye irritation. Or, if the exposure was more significant, there can be irritation and inflammation of the airways that result in a chemical bronchitis or pneumonitis (irritation of the large and small airways in the lungs).
~•~ Dr. Parks
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Member Comments (2)
by rocklou, Mar 27, 2008 11:54PM
To: jacqs444
get fresh air right away
