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What Could Explain Headaches, Runny Nose And Sore Throat After Having Used Bleach?

Yesterday morning, I was cleaning a washing machine at my work (a fitness studio) and I used a lot of plain household bleach. It was covered in black mold. I inhaled a lot of the bleach and finally, when I felt sick..moved into an open area and felt better. I had a random sore throat, headache and a bit of a runny nose all day, but didn't associate it with the bleach. Last night around 4pm, after I'd finally had a chance to eat a real meal..my stomach got very upset and I began having sharp pains in the middle-left side of my chest..they have continued this morning and still have an upset stomach/headache...

I called Poison Control yesterday evening and they said that they didnt think it was the bleach, but I'm almost certain that is what is. Just wondering what I should do, if anything, besides wait it out.
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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hello,

I have been through your query and i deeply understand your concern for your health. since you have mentioned that you may have inhaled bleaching irritants, it is just a inflammatory reaction. to get relieved

1)you need to do garlgling atleast thrice a day.

2)use betadene mouthwash for good results. if not do salt water gargling thrice.

3)avoid cold food items. drink plenty of warm water.

4) do steam inhalation twice a day.

5)you can use anti histaminics like levocetrizene once a day to get relieved , but get it prescribed. avoid driving while on medication.

6)if symptoms like chest pain arise then it is better you get thoroughly evaluated for further treatment.


donot worry , go and see your doctor only if possible and too concerned, no symptom is less to be afraid , the doctor shall always be there only to allay your concerns.

thanks for referral.
contact me for any further queries.
with best regards
Dr.Suhas chauhan
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What Could Explain Headaches, Runny Nose And Sore Throat After Having Used Bleach?

hello, I have been through your query and i deeply understand your concern for your health. since you have mentioned that you may have inhaled bleaching irritants, it is just a inflammatory reaction. to get relieved 1)you need to do garlgling atleast thrice a day. 2)use betadene mouthwash for good results. if not do salt water gargling thrice. 3)avoid cold food items. drink plenty of warm water. 4) do steam inhalation twice a day. 5)you can use anti histaminics like levocetrizene once a day to get relieved , but get it prescribed. avoid driving while on medication. 6)if symptoms like chest pain arise then it is better you get thoroughly evaluated for further treatment. donot worry , go and see your doctor only if possible and too concerned, no symptom is less to be afraid , the doctor shall always be there only to allay your concerns. thanks for referral. contact me for any further queries. with best regards Dr.Suhas chauhan