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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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Dr. Andrew Doe answered

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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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

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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A member asked:

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.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Andrew Doe answered

Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

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