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Suggest Treatment For Cough And Labored Breathing After Accidentally Inhaling Polymer Spray
Question: I accidentially breathed in a polymer spray yesterday. Have a caugh and labored breathing. What can I do to ge that out of my lungs?
Brief Answer:
Accidental inhalation of polymer spray
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.
The inhaled agents (polymer spray ) cause a characteristic syndrome of fever, chills, malaise, and occasionally mild wheezing, leading to the diagnosis of polymer fume fever.
It is mostly self-limited, and symptoms resolves within 24 h. One may need broncho-dilator (oral+/_ inhaled), mucolytics and a short course of steroid, if irritation like dry cough, shortness of breath persists.
A course of broad-spectrum antibiotic is required only when there is evidence of super added bacterial infection.
I am sure you have consulted a doctor by now.
Regards
Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. XXXXXXX
Accidental inhalation of polymer spray
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.
The inhaled agents (polymer spray ) cause a characteristic syndrome of fever, chills, malaise, and occasionally mild wheezing, leading to the diagnosis of polymer fume fever.
It is mostly self-limited, and symptoms resolves within 24 h. One may need broncho-dilator (oral+/_ inhaled), mucolytics and a short course of steroid, if irritation like dry cough, shortness of breath persists.
A course of broad-spectrum antibiotic is required only when there is evidence of super added bacterial infection.
I am sure you have consulted a doctor by now.
Regards
Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. XXXXXXX
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
No I have not consulted a Dr. yet. That is why I chose to do this online. I thought that perhaps a day of rest would resolve the issue. Sounds as if that should be the case. I will watch it closely and see how I am tomorrow.
Brief Answer:
Accidental inhalation of polymer spray
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.
Most of the time the effect of spray paint is mild and self limited and resolves on its own.You might have had some protective gear or some barrier or mask while painting.Any follow-up symptoms may be communicated.
Regards
Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. XXXXXXX
Accidental inhalation of polymer spray
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.
Most of the time the effect of spray paint is mild and self limited and resolves on its own.You might have had some protective gear or some barrier or mask while painting.Any follow-up symptoms may be communicated.
Regards
Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. XXXXXXX
Note: For further follow-up it is advisable to consult an emergency medicine specialist. Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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