I have been babysitting my 3 year old cousin whose mother smokes. When she comes to my house she brings a backpack and car seat which smell so bad of smoke. Ive noticed that thourghout the day the smell is really getting to me, causes itchy watery eyes, nose congestion, nasal drip, coughing, tightness in my chest, wheezing, and it is hard to breath, then i get a headache. IS it possible for me to be allergic to the smoke on her clothing and items? Even though my aunt is not smoking around me, it's just the stale smell? I noticed i only experience these symptoms when she comes to my house during the week, then i will clean and be fine all weekend. Does this sound like allergies? Thanks!!!
2007-01-30 05:19:10 · 2 answers · asked by estkijedsco 4 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Allergies
You're probably sensitive to the irritants that any form of smoke leaves behind. It's not just "the smell". Bits of ash and smoke linger in the air for awhile after smoking, or after a bon fire, or whatever. Try taking some benadryl before you expect her and see if it helps at all.
2007-01-30 05:40:24 · answer #1 · answered by sovereign_carrie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it can be allergies for certain. I feel bad for you. Can you put the backpack and car seat out on the porch or in the garage? Someplace away from you?
Smoking is disgusting. I think you should also tell your aunt what is happening. Get her opinion and see what she says. She should know what her smoking is causing.
I had some toys that were given to me from smokers and the plastic smelled my whole room up. It was awful. I washed the toys in dish soap then squirted them with febreeze. It made them more tolerable.
2007-01-30 06:03:31 · answer #2 · answered by KEOE 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋