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Are Plug In Air Freshener Bad For People With COPD.

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Chicago, IL

Do they affect your breathing?

November 18, 2023
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes, any kind of cleaning products or any scented items I always buy products that are unscented.
I quit buying hairspray I don’t use that at all.
Have a good day
Be safe stay positive

November 18, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

won't BUY ONE. if HAVE A SCENT WHICH I believe have would effect COPD. I try to get everything scent free.

November 18, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

If you're sensitive to scents, you really don't want cleaning products or air fresheners that are heavily scented. Some people find them very unfriendly to breathing, and they can trigger coughing jags that can lead to exacerbations. You can find the same things with some perfumes and with how some scents seem to be exaggerated when worn by some folks, but are fine with others. Apparently personal chemistry is real!

November 18, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes. The first thing i did was to re think my cleaning & the way of scents., freshners, candels in my home. I got rid of all commercial cleaners .All harsh things i use to use all the time. Use all natural now, such as vinegar, baking soda & . For my vacum i made a fresher of ground bay leaves, cloves, baking soda & cornstarch. This smell dosent bother me like the commercial freshners. A little at a time, one room at a time & one chore at a time. My home is pretty much chemical free ( of what i can control).

November 18, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Hi Gail
If you susceptible to scents it’s advisable not use any as it could affect you
Take care
Eric

November 19, 2023

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