Question 1

could exposure to formaldehyde cause birth defects?

Accepted Answer

No: According to the national institute of health and our government who reviewed all the literature. The answer was there is little evidence of reproductive or developmental toxicity.

Question 2

can job exposure to formaldehyde, benzene, hydrochloride, fiberglass, etc. have resulted in copd. this was a daily occurence.

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Any pulmonary irritant exposed to  on a chronic basis could lead to enough damage and copd.    These include fumes, chemicals, and substances like fiberglass.      You should see a pulmonologist, is you don't already, to help get you treated as best as possible.

Question 3

what is formaldehyde?

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Simple organic chem: Formaldehyde is a very simple organic chemical used in many chemical manufacturing and structural manufacturing processes.  It is also used as a preservative.  There is some evidence that chronic exposure can be cancer inducing.  It would be highly toxic if ingested.

Question 4

do any baby care products have formaldehyde?

Accepted Answer

Some with trace:: More than half of children’s bath soaps, shampoos, lotions, and other personal care products tested by the group campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) were found to contain 1, 4-dioxane and formaldehyde, according to a report released in march 2009. Both of the chemicals are considered probable carcinogens by the environmental protection agency. Baby magic “soft baby scent” lotion contained the highest.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: formaldehyde?

Accepted Answer

Colorless gas: Water soluble gas with a suffocating odor usuall derived from methyl alcohol by oxidation. Its use is as a disenfectant and as a preservative in the manufacture of resins and plastics.

Question 6

what does formaldehyde smell like?

Accepted Answer

Unanswerable: You need to smell it to find out.

Question 7

if i'm allergic to formaldehyde can i have juvederm?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It has nothing to do with hyaluronic acid, which is in your body naturally.  Juvederm is a concentrated and cross-linked form of ha and should be ok to use.

Question 8

is a medical condition such as formaldehyde body odour:-)?

Accepted Answer

Doesn't happen: Your body doesn't make formaldehyde, as it's very toxic. Unless you've been embalmed or sleep with someone who is, it's unlikely you smell like formaldehyde.

Question 9

please help! what is the effect of formaldehyde on the brains of small children?

Accepted Answer

Formaldeyde: In dentistry formaldehyde has been used fro what seems like forever. In children it is used to "fix" the pulp of a baby tooth. While decades ago concerned was raised about its use and potential long term consequences none were found. It has long history of effectiveness. Alternatives are in use but have not been as effective.

Question 10

how dangerous is it to live near a home near a formaldehyde manufacturing facility?

Accepted Answer

Formaldehyde: Inhalation of industrial formaldehyde has been shown to cause exposed individuals to have a decrease in performance, lack of concentration, loss of memory, disturbed sleep, impaired balance, variations in mood, and irritability. Oral exposure has been found to cause lethargy, seizure, and loss of consciousness in occupational exposure, the neurotoxicity is low.

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