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I was cleaning my house tiles with water mixed with a little bleach and vinegar as i normally do . i was scrubbing them for about 5 hours with little breaks in between. now after finishing up i have been coughing and have a sore throat. is that ok?

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Combination, release: Chlorine gas, is released by this combo. This is very irritating to breath, in a confined space like a refrigerator or freezer can even be deadly. As you describe, may be OK. If breathing/coughing gets worse, see your doctor or urgent care.

Answered 4/22/2020

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A member asked:

I was cleaning my house tiles with water mixed with a little bleach and vinegar as i normally do . i was scrubbing them for about 5 hours with little breaks in between. now after finishing up i have been coughing and have a sore throat. is that ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

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