Long Term Health Effects of Smoke Damage

1/4/2021 (Permalink)

Prevent the damage to your health from smoke and fire damage.

Fires can happen just about anywhere. When they do strike, there can be unfortunate consequences if they are not properly cleaned up after. Many places will have smoke damage left behind, which requires a professional to properly handle. Fires leave behind microscopic particles, which can lead to a variety of health issues.

The health concern that will most likely happen first is the irritation of your eyes and nose. The particles will cause discomfort to your skin. Eyes often become itchy from smoke damage because the particles left behind are irritating to your body. Similarly, you may also get a runny nose because that is a natural way for your body to attempt to keep out the particles left behind from a fire. 

Smoke damage can also cause chronic conditions, such as heart and lung issues. The particles from the fire will build up inside of your body. Breathing in harmful substances will have an impact on the health of your lungs since that is where the air you breathe is filtered. The particles can also increase the side effects of other preexisting conditions because your breathing may be worsened from the particles left behind from smoke damage.

The best way to prevent any health issues from occurring from smoke damage is to have the damaged items properly removed. To ensure that your safety is being put first, contact SERVPRO for fast and safe removal. Remember, if you are experiencing any health issues after a fire, contact a doctor immediately.