Question 1

just had a hot water heater installed and water coming out of the shower and faucets is a bit brown in color. we took showers soon after installation. is bathing in the somewhat brown water bad or can it cause any type of health issues?

Accepted Answer

: What you described is unlikely to affect your health.
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Question 2

can the use of a propane heater at home cause any health problems to a baby?

Accepted Answer

It can kill: Propane heaters release carbon monoxide (CO) and are responsible for many deaths every year in the US.  CO is odorless, tasteless and invisible and is poisonous.  Propane / kerosene or any fuel heater must be used in a well ventilated space or with a proper exhaust system.  Early signs of CO poisoning are headaches, nausea, irritability and confusion.  Even low doses can do permanent brain injury.

Question 3

when turned all the way up can old fashion gas heaters still be dangerous to one's health...the fumes?

Accepted Answer

Exhausting how?: It depends--some were put in the room with no external exhaust--these can cause c02 and carbon monoxide buildup. Properly installed and vented floor / wall gas heaters should not pose that kind of risk and should only "smell" if dust/paint on surfaces too hot when run high. Need to have a carbon monoxide detector in home and if smelly, have service check of heater.

Question 4

is kerosene fumes bad we just in hooked a old heater and it's got a lil bit of smell is there and danger to that or the fumes from it ?

Accepted Answer

Carbon Monoxide: You need to be absolutely sure that this unit does not release Carbon Monoxide (CO); get a monitor immediately; they are not expensive and can be life saving;

Question 5

when the heater is on my nose will bleed a lot and hurt and be all dry how can i prevent that? i have always had bad nose bleeds since i was little.

Accepted Answer

Moisture: Put a vaporizer in your bedroom and place ayr gel ointment in your nose once or twice a day. It is available at the drug store over the counter.

Question 6

been using space heater close to my skin for 2 months. i've stopped but my skin hurts, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Erythema ab igne: No more sitting close to the heater. Soak in shower-not too hot--and rub in moisturizer lotion. A little cool water may help.

Question 7

what would cause a sensation of warmth on my back? it feels like i have my back pressed against a heater.

Accepted Answer

Nerve: If the sensation is only on one side an irritable/slightly inflamed superficial nerve could be causing this sensation. I assume there is no skin discoloration which rules out skin inflammation as a cause. If symptoms persist see your physician for evaluation.

Question 8

i am experiencing times, where i am cold within the summer months, and need the heater on. other times, i am hot, and of course need the air conditioning on. what do you think is going on?

Accepted Answer

: many things like hormonal imbalance etc can do that. You need to see a doc and then get tested. Pl do that. Hope you do well

Question 9

what's the best room heater for someone who has lupus?

Accepted Answer

Many kinds.: Avoid those with visible metal heating elements which can cause fire.  Models using ceramic heating elements are safer and not costly.  A built in thermostat is a great feature to automatically shut the device off when the air temperature is right. Keep in mind that all heaters dry air.  A humidifier in winter is a good thing!

Question 10

how come i get headaches whenever i have my car heater on?

Accepted Answer

Car induced headache: Consider a carbon monoxide leak into your car.  Drive with a window open and have a check for carbon monoxide levels.  Excessive heat in the car can contribute to headaches headache especially if the windows are closed and there is a lot of up and down movement of the car.  Sit in the front seat.

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Just had a hot water heater installed and water coming out of the shower and faucets is a bit brown in color. we took showers soon after installation. is bathing in the somewhat brown water bad or can it cause any type of health issues?

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Can the use of a propane heater at home cause any health problems to a baby?

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When turned all the way up can old fashion gas heaters still be dangerous to one's health...the fumes?

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Is kerosene fumes bad we just in hooked a old heater and it's got a lil bit of smell is there and danger to that or the fumes from it ?

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When the heater is on my nose will bleed a lot and hurt and be all dry how can i prevent that? i have always had bad nose bleeds since i was little.

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Been using space heater close to my skin for 2 months. i've stopped but my skin hurts, what should i do?

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What would cause a sensation of warmth on my back? it feels like i have my back pressed against a heater.

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I am experiencing times, where i am cold within the summer months, and need the heater on. other times, i am hot, and of course need the air conditioning on. what do you think is going on?

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What's the best room heater for someone who has lupus?

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How come i get headaches whenever i have my car heater on?

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