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Chest pain after inhaling bleach fumes?
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Probably lungs: It may be due to chemical irritation of the lungs ("pneumonitis"), which can be mild to life threatening, depending on the agent and extent of exposure. If symptoms persist or are severe, seek medical assistance.
Answered 7/15/2019
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