What Causes Burning Sensation In The Throat And Chest After Exposure To Chemicals?

Posted on Fri, 26 May 2017

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Question : after being in chemical explosion i inhaled a lot of toxic fumes causeing burning to my throat and lungs. what should i do employer wants no doctor for me. Says it will effect there insurance.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Jolanda (-4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
monitor the situation carefully

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for asking,

I can understand your concern,

Inhalation of toxic fumes is quite dangerous.

In your case, you should do aerosols (nebulizer) with steroids ( like Budesonide ) twice daily for some days (2-3 days depending on your situation ).

You can take also painkillers if needed (like Paracetamol), try to get as much as fresh air.

If with the above, the situation gets worse, eg. if you feel breathlessness than you should definitely get medical help for further examinations and follow-up of your lungs status

Please monitor your situation carefully.

Take care and feel to ask me again

Dr.Jolanda

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee