Is there no harm to the body from inhaling too much mosquito repellent incense?

Nov 22, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Excessive exposure to mosquito incense may harm the body, primarily because burning mosquito incense releases substances harmful to humans. Prolonged exposure to these substances may trigger allergic diseases in individuals with allergic predispositions, such as allergic rhinitis or allergic asthma. It may also cause non-allergic individuals to experience abnormal symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting.

Exposure to mosquito repellent incense for prolonged periods is generally harmful to health.

Mosquito incense is a product specifically designed to repel mosquitoes. When burned, the fumes it releases can either drive mosquitoes away or kill them. However, excessive inhalation of these fumes may harm the human body. This is primarily because burning mosquito incense releases substances hazardous to health, such as fine particulate matter with a diameter smaller than 2.5 micrometers, as well as formaldehyde, ethanol, benzene, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and other additives like binders, fuels, and fillers, all of which can negatively affect health. Prolonged exposure to these substances may trigger allergic diseases in individuals with sensitive constitutions, such as allergic rhinitis or allergic asthma. Even healthy individuals may experience symptoms like dizziness, nausea, and vomiting.

If discomfort occurs due to prolonged exposure to mosquito incense fumes, it is recommended to immediately open windows for ventilation, leave the area containing the incense odor, and move to a well-ventilated, airy environment to prevent worsening of symptoms.