Question 1

the past day and a half ive been cleaning someones house and have used clorox all round bleach cleaner. i have inhaled the fumes quite a few times. three hours later i got super dizzy and feel like puking. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

: To avoid the irritants from the cleaning material- wear a good fitting mask, use the cleaner in proper amount, have the exhaust fan on in bathrooms when working there and leave connecting doors open. If still bothered try switching to another cleaner.

Question 2

1-  in 2014 i inhaled clorox bleach for 3 hours indoor small amount
2-  months later i inhaled alcohol for 15 minutes while cleaning
3- 2016 i inhaled plastic fume outdoor (6) seconds close range

did i effect my brain?
can the brain heal??
male 20

Accepted Answer

Heavy Particles: Usually some of what you have mentioned get inhaled as big and heavy particles that either get stuck in the hair of the nose or gets down to the lower airways in the lungs with the potential of damaging the lungs.
Unlikely this would affect the brain.
Why do you get yourself exposed to inhalation injuries that often?!

Question 3

inhaled clorox bleach at work hurtful cough similar to bronchitis chest congested and weezing?

Accepted Answer

Chlorine bleach: fumes can be very irritating but a brief exposure will produce only transient symptoms! You should be fine in 24-48 hours!
Hope this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 4

i use to much clorox bleach like on dishes, moping floors and i wonder if u inhale it to much can it ruin brain cells and how to prevent it?

Accepted Answer

Clorox: Clorox is an irritant that can make you cough, but it will not damage your brain cells.

Question 5

i cleaned bathroom with clorox cleaner + bleach yesterday and started feeling eyes burning, lightheaded and chest tightness and a little short a breath. this morning my throat hurts and head hurts. am i okay or do i need to be worried? i have anxiety?

Accepted Answer

: The exposure may have caused irritation of the lining of the upper airway and lungs. Rinse eyes and throat. Wearing a mask may reduce the likelihood of irritation. Avoid smoke and dust exposure. Watch for signs of shortness of breath, redness and ocular pain. Please follow up with your physician.

Question 6

what are some dangers of clorox bleach fumes?

Accepted Answer

Minimal: Your body will tell you when too much is too much.  While some people can tolerate a lot, some people are highly sensitive and their bodies react at very low levels.  Read the warnings on the label: "do not use in small or confined areas; insure adequate ventilation, etc".  Of course extreme exposure can cause a chemical bronchitis or pneumonitis which is more serious.  So if it stings, avoid it.

Question 7

hi, so the job doesnt have pipes and uses a tank to collect rain water. its for the toilet and sink to wash hands. but they added clorox bleach to the tank to clean the water i was wondering if the fumes of bleach cause irritation to my vagina?

Accepted Answer

: If you use swimming pool without any problem then you should not have any problem with rain water with added bleach at the right amount.

Question 8

i accidentally inhaled fumes from a mixture of ammonia and clorox. now i have excessing sneezing, runny nose, and sense of smell seems distorted.help?

Accepted Answer

Pls see ur MD /ER: Sounds like u had an excessive exposure, better be seen by an md, in er / urgent care, looks like chemical irritation to the mucus membrane lining ur nasal cavity and upper airway.

Question 9

could clorox bleach for laundry burn your skin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can review the safety data sheet at: https://cdn01-www-thecloroxcompany-com.scdn2.secure.raxcdn.com/wp-content/sds/laundryaids/cloroxbleachgelforlaundry-originaljwcanada2014-09-21fca.pdf

Question 10

is it okay to rub clorox bleach on your teeth to make them whiter?

Accepted Answer

NO!: Clorox is too acidic to use for that.
Don't do it.

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The past day and a half ive been cleaning someones house and have used clorox all round bleach cleaner. i have inhaled the fumes quite a few times. three hours later i got super dizzy and feel like puking. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

1- in 2014 i inhaled clorox bleach for 3 hours indoor small amount 2- months later i inhaled alcohol for 15 minutes while cleaning 3- 2016 i inhaled plastic fume outdoor (6) seconds close range did i effect my brain? can the brain heal?? male 20

A member asked:

Inhaled clorox bleach at work hurtful cough similar to bronchitis chest congested and weezing?

A member asked:

I use to much clorox bleach like on dishes, moping floors and i wonder if u inhale it to much can it ruin brain cells and how to prevent it?

A member asked:

I cleaned bathroom with clorox cleaner + bleach yesterday and started feeling eyes burning, lightheaded and chest tightness and a little short a breath. this morning my throat hurts and head hurts. am i okay or do i need to be worried? i have anxiety?

A member asked:

What are some dangers of clorox bleach fumes?

A member asked:

Hi, so the job doesnt have pipes and uses a tank to collect rain water. its for the toilet and sink to wash hands. but they added clorox bleach to the tank to clean the water i was wondering if the fumes of bleach cause irritation to my vagina?

A member asked:

I accidentally inhaled fumes from a mixture of ammonia and clorox. now i have excessing sneezing, runny nose, and sense of smell seems distorted.help?

A member asked:

Could clorox bleach for laundry burn your skin?

A member asked:

Is it okay to rub clorox bleach on your teeth to make them whiter?

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