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Is Inhaling Bleach Dangerous?
My daughter cleaned litter boxes with bleach. She used too much and let them sit in the bathroom. I didn t smell it or think of it. My 3 month old daughter inhaled it screaming for several minutes while I tried to figure out what was wrong. She kept waving her hand around and wailing. I took her out of the room still not knowing what it was n And eventually got her to sleep. What should i watch out for? Did this harm my daughter?
Thu, 14 Sep 2017
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Short exposure of bleach fumes are usually not causing any damage.
But you should be watchful for
1. Continuous coughing
2. Chest pain, chest tightness, chest pressure
3. Breathing difficulty
4. Fever with expectoration.
If any of these symptoms occur, you should take her to hospital.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your daughter. Thanks.
I can understand your concern.
Short exposure of bleach fumes are usually not causing any damage.
But you should be watchful for
1. Continuous coughing
2. Chest pain, chest tightness, chest pressure
3. Breathing difficulty
4. Fever with expectoration.
If any of these symptoms occur, you should take her to hospital.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your daughter. Thanks.
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