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I have 2 day with short of breath and chest and back pain because i inhale too much clorox.

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Dr. Bennett Werner answered

2 days?: You may have a chemical pneumonia - toxic lung injury if it's been present for 2 days. You should seek medical attention. A chest x-ray is indicated.

Dr Ostrom agreed

Answered 5/14/2014

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