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What Are The After Effects Of Inhaling Floor Cleaner Fumes?
Question: I removed the cap from a bottle of Armstrong once n done No-rinse floor cleaner for floor prepping. The fumes were massive. I inhaled a a second of fumes but it felt like intense menthol. I still feel. Cold sensation in my nose. My question is should I be concerned about any after effects of a small inhalation?
Brief Answer:
Exposure to fumes for a second is not a serious problem
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing in to us.
Inhaling the fumes for a second will cause minimal irritation of the mucosal lining of respiratory tract and is not a serious problem.
It is suggested that you go out in the open and breathe in fresh air for about 30 minutes and feel comfortable.
There is no need to worry about cold sensation in your nose and it will get back to normal in a few minutes.
Please avoid opening the can again without using protective mask and goggles.
Hope your query is answered.
Please do write back if you have any doubts.
Regards,
Exposure to fumes for a second is not a serious problem
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing in to us.
Inhaling the fumes for a second will cause minimal irritation of the mucosal lining of respiratory tract and is not a serious problem.
It is suggested that you go out in the open and breathe in fresh air for about 30 minutes and feel comfortable.
There is no need to worry about cold sensation in your nose and it will get back to normal in a few minutes.
Please avoid opening the can again without using protective mask and goggles.
Hope your query is answered.
Please do write back if you have any doubts.
Regards,
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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