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Is Ther Reason For Sudden Headache, Fatique, Eyes Burning Is Some Chemical Leakage In The House?
Hello, I am very ill today. This morning, I went to work at my desk in my home and I had to stop because my eyes started to burn and became very watery. Later, I also developed a headache, nausea, fatigue, and weakness. I had to stop working and am losing money. I called maintenance and they know of nothing going on that would emit any kind of chemical. I have an electrical stove and one of its wires was damaged. The maintenance man repaired that but said that it was already burned out and could not have caused the problem. My central air was off but I feel that some chemical was emitted probably through the vent.
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these symptoms are common with the following chemicals
1 Carbon monoxide emitted by gas burners
2. Alcohol and aldehydes by paints and furniture or floor polish.
Check your building manager for these things and open your house windows for fresh air ventilation. This will reduce the symptoms.
I hope this information will help you
1 Carbon monoxide emitted by gas burners
2. Alcohol and aldehydes by paints and furniture or floor polish.
Check your building manager for these things and open your house windows for fresh air ventilation. This will reduce the symptoms.
I hope this information will help you
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