There are many short and long-term health conditions paint can cause to humans and pets!

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The Hidden Dangers of Paint Fumes: How to Protect Your Pets and Your Family SWIPE UP TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE

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Paint Fumes: Not Safe For Pets

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Nausea, Dizziness and Headaches

Some of the most common short-term reactions to extended paint exposure include headaches, dizziness, and nausea. false

Respiratory Issues

Inhaling paint fumes can be an irritant to your and your pet’s respiratory system, causing breathing difficulties, wheezing, and sinus infections. false

Eye Irritation

Paint fumes can irritate the eyes of humans and pets as they emit formaldehyde, xylene, and acetone. Direct contact with the eyes can lead to permanent damage if not washed off immediately, resulting in blindness. false

Skin Inflammation

Direct contact with paint and paint thinners can result in skin irritation or contact dermatitis, which typically manifests as redness, a burning sensation, rashes, blistered and peeling skin, and/ or itchiness. false

Asthma

Research reveals that the VOCs in paint, like propylene glycol, can trigger asthma, especially in children. Asthmatic children have a 10-fold risk of experiencing an attack due to paint exposure. false

Cancer

Paint is perhaps a lesser-known cause of cancer compared to other more prominent reasons like smoking. false

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