The number of mosquitoes increases rapidly during summer and rainy season. To avoid mosquitoes, mosquito repellent machines or electronic repellents are used in almost every house nowadays. These machines look very convenient and provide immediate relief, but do you know that the chemicals used in them can become a serious threat to your health?
Many researches have proved that the chemicals released from mosquito repellent machines can mix in the air and gradually have a negative effect on our body. Let us know about this topic in detail-
Which chemical is used in mosquito repellent machines?
Prallethrin - It is a synthetic pyrethroid, which is used to kill mosquitoes. This chemical works fast in repelling mosquitoes, but its constant presence can reach the body through the breath and affect the lungs and nervous system.
Allethrin - This is also a type of pyrethroid, which helps in repelling mosquitoes. Prolonged exposure to it can cause problems like allergies, skin irritation and headache.
Diethyl Toluamide (DEET) - DEET is used in some machines or mosquito repellent sprays. Excessive exposure to it can cause skin rashes, dizziness, nausea and neurological problems.
What diseases can occur?
Breathing problems - The smoke and chemicals emitted from the machine can go into the lungs and cause asthma, cough and breathing problems, especially children and the elderly can have problems.
Headache and fatigue - Continuous exposure to chemicals can cause symptoms like headache, dizziness and fatigue.
Neurological effects - According to some studies, prolonged exposure to these chemicals can affect the functioning of the brain, which can cause difficulty in memory and concentration.
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