CLR WWYD

miss2697 · October 2014

I'm an idiot. I was cleaning our bathroom with the stuff without gloves and mask. As soon as I smelled the fumes, I went to get a mask. In attempting to hold my breath I sucked in air and immediately knew that was a mistake. I went outside to get fresh air and looked up the MSDS. It says that inhalation is not a significant route of exposure and to do exactly what I did. Of course, I'm still nervous. I can't really afford a trip to the hospital right now. DH and I have had hard times since my maternity leave. I really don't have any symptoms other than slight headache and my throat still feels fuzzy. I don't think I want to sleep in my bedroom tonight, though.

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[Deleted User] · October 2014

I think you should be fine.

miss2697 · October 2014

I didn't, but I called my dad. He's an EMT. He said just stay in a well ventilated area. He also said poison control almost always tells you to go to the hospital. @mystererae‌ I had never used it before either. I was not prepared for how strong it was.

Kitten80 · October 2014

I would open a window for awhile to air the space out. Hope you feel better.

[Deleted User] · October 2014

The cleaning solution in the grey bottle? You're fine. I would sleep in your room, too.

ETA: I never use a mask and gloves when it says to. If inhalation isn't a significant route of exposure - why avoid your room?

miss2697 · October 2014

I was fine about an hour after it happened. Then I went back to finish cleaning and the symptoms seemed to return. I had my window open for a good portion of the afternoon. And yes, I usually don't wear mask and gloves either but as soon as I read how dangerous it can be, I got scared.

[Deleted User] · October 2014

I think you are suffering from anxiety, not side effects of CLR tbh. The smell probably irritated your nose/throat, which happens. Wipe everything down really well with water when you're done, then throw away your CLR and use vinegar or Clorox in the future >:D<

PrimRoseMama · October 2014

My brain is in rebellion tonight.

Are you pregnant? I forget who is pregly these days...

Ventilate the area, & small exposure is probably just fine. I think you might be working yourself up.

miss2697 · October 2014

Not pregnant. I probably did over react. Just recently two young mothers in my area have died unexpectedly from avoidable circumstances. In one case, many people urged her to go to the hospital and she played it off. I guess that may have played a small part in my overreaction. I'm feeling better and laying in my own bed. Thanks for the responses.

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