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Are scented candles & burnt matchstick as harmful as burning food or is it different? also burnt inside the candle and breathed in felt wheezy after.
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Asthma: Asthma is recurrent wheezing, tight chest, cough and shortness of breath. Inhaling irritants like smoke can trigger asthma symptoms. Some people develop sneezing or drippy nose around smoke, chemical fumes or strong odors.
Answered 12/20/2017
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Burning candles : Depends on what candles are made of but they can be a source of respiratory symptoms
Answered 12/20/2017
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