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I was cleaning my basement floor with bleach and i think i inhaled too many fumes. i am now experiencing pain after eating and in my chest at night.
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See you Dr: You can get a reaction (like an allergy) in your lungs when you inhale chemicals in high concentrations.
Answered 11/23/2020
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You may have : Developed irritation in your throat, lining of the lungs and airway. Go see your dr for inhalers and anti inflammatory meds.
Answered 5/17/2016
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