Is using insecticide in the bedroom harmful to newborns?
Oct 11, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xie Zixing
Introduction
Spraying insecticide in the bedroom generally has an impact on newborns. Insecticides contain a large amount of chemical components designed to eliminate mosquitoes and insects, but they also include many substances harmful to humans. If these harmful substances disperse into the air, the baby may inhale them through the respiratory system, potentially affecting the newborn's nervous system.
Spraying insecticide in a bedroom generally has an impact on newborns.
Insecticides contain large amounts of chemical ingredients that effectively kill insects, but they also include many substances harmful to humans. If these hazardous substances disperse into the air, the baby may inhale them through the respiratory system. Newborns have relatively weaker immune systems and lower resistance, making them more vulnerable. Exposure may lead to discomfort such as headache, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. In severe cases, it could even affect the newborn's nervous system. Therefore, insecticides should be avoided in rooms occupied by newborns.
It is recommended that, if there are many insects in the living environment, babies should only re-enter the room after the insecticide has completely dissipated. After spraying insecticide, windows should be opened promptly for ventilation to reduce the concentration of insecticide in the air.
Additionally, after spraying insecticide indoors, bed linens, quilts, tableware, and utensils should be thoroughly washed to prevent infants from experiencing adverse reactions.
