chemical sensitivities
Adverse compound responses
Chemical sensitivities refers to adverse reactions to low-level exposure to chemicals that most people tolerate without issue—fragrances, cleaning products, pesticides, smoke, or synthetic materials.
The condition ranges from mild discomfort to debilitating symptoms.
Her chemical sensitivities make it hard to work in buildings with new carpet.
The medical status remains contested, with some viewing it as a recognized condition and others as psychosomatic.
Allergy-response compound
- anaphylaxisSevere systemic allergic reaction
- antihistaminesDrugs blocking allergic responses
- epinephrineAdrenal stress hormone
- allergensImmune reaction triggers
hypersensitivity · hives · urticaria · immunotherapy · rhinitis · asthma · eczema · desensitization
Pains in the skull
- migrainesIntense recurring head pain
- brain fogCognitive sluggishness and confusion
- fatigueWeariness from prolonged exertion
- nauseaPre-vomiting stomach discomfort
dizziness · breathing difficulty · skin rash · burning eyes · sinus congestion · throat irritation · chronic fatigue · cognitive dysfunction
Ailments from poor indoor environments
- off-gassingEmission of trapped gases
- ventilationCirculation of fresh air
- air qualityPollution level measurement
- formaldehydeColorless pungent preservative gas
air purifier · HEPA filter · mold exposure · building materials · air fresheners · flame retardants · outgassing
Without added smell
- laundry detergentFabric cleaning solution
- fabric softenerLaundry additive for softness
- air freshenersScent-releasing odor eliminators
- essential oilsConcentrated plant-derived aromatics
musk · phthalates · parfum · personal care products · unscented · hypoallergenic · scented candles · body spray
Deliberate keeping away
- non-toxicCauses no harm
- clean livingMorally upright lifestyle
- air filtrationRemoving impurities from atmosphere
- mask wearingCovering nose and mouth
safe housing · immune support · natural products · gradual exposure · lifestyle modification
Poison attacking neural tissue
- hepatotoxinSubstance toxic to liver
- carcinogenCancer-promoting agent
- pesticide exposureContact with bug-killing agents
- heavy metalsDense metallic environmental contaminants
formaldehyde · benzene · lead · mercury · arsenic · paint fumes · bioaccumulation · detoxification
histamine
Allergy-response compound
- anaphylaxisSevere systemic allergic reaction
- antihistaminesDrugs blocking allergic responses
- epinephrineAdrenal stress hormone
allergens · hypersensitivity · hives · urticaria · immunotherapy · rhinitis · asthma · eczema · desensitization · wheezing
headaches
Pains in the skull
- migrainesIntense recurring head pain
- brain fogCognitive sluggishness and confusion
- fatigueWeariness from prolonged exertion
nausea · dizziness · breathing difficulty · skin rash · burning eyes · sinus congestion · throat irritation · chronic fatigue · cognitive dysfunction · inflammation
sick building syndrome
Ailments from poor indoor environments
- off-gassingEmission of trapped gases
- ventilationCirculation of fresh air
- air qualityPollution level measurement
formaldehyde · air purifier · HEPA filter · mold exposure · building materials · air fresheners · flame retardants · outgassing
fragrance-free
Without added smell
- laundry detergentFabric cleaning solution
- fabric softenerLaundry additive for softness
- air freshenersScent-releasing odor eliminators
essential oils · musk · phthalates · parfum · personal care products · unscented · hypoallergenic · scented candles · body spray
avoidance
Deliberate keeping away
- non-toxicCauses no harm
- clean livingMorally upright lifestyle
- air filtrationRemoving impurities from atmosphere
mask wearing · safe housing · immune support · natural products · gradual exposure · lifestyle modification
neurotoxin
Poison attacking neural tissue
- hepatotoxinSubstance toxic to liver
- carcinogenCancer-promoting agent
- pesticide exposureContact with bug-killing agents
heavy metals · formaldehyde · benzene · lead · mercury · arsenic · paint fumes · bioaccumulation · detoxification · toxicant
chemical sensitivitieshyposensitivity
Decreased reaction to stimuli
tolerant · resistant · non-reactive · insensitivity · unreactive
chemical sensitivitieshardiness
Ability to endure adversity
resilience · imperviousness · ruggedness · invulnerability · toughness
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