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What Causes Pain In Breathing After Inhaling Spray Paint Fumes?

Hi - I accidentally inhaled spray paint fumes while painting today and yesterday. Yesterday I only felt a little dizzy so I didn't think it was a big deal, but today it hurts to breath...not bad, but not good either. I know I "should" go to the dr, but can I just wait to see if the problem persists over 48 hours? I have no other painting needs so I won't be exposed again.
Mon, 1 Dec 2014
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The fine particles of paint have gone inside your lungs and have caused an allergic reaction which is making your breathing difficult. I would suggest you to get yourself examined by a doctor to be on the safer side although medicines like Montair LC 10 (monteleukast + levocetirizine) one tablet once daily for around 5 days should be enough to give you relief. If you have to go to the doctor, I would not insist you to wait.
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What Causes Pain In Breathing After Inhaling Spray Paint Fumes?

The fine particles of paint have gone inside your lungs and have caused an allergic reaction which is making your breathing difficult. I would suggest you to get yourself examined by a doctor to be on the safer side although medicines like Montair LC 10 (monteleukast + levocetirizine) one tablet once daily for around 5 days should be enough to give you relief. If you have to go to the doctor, I would not insist you to wait.