Can sniffing a high odour solvent thing give you a headache and a nosebleed?
Volatile solvents can be harmful for a variety of reasons. Some are very poisonous and others are also dangerously flammable. To answer your question: The membranes in your nasal passages and sinuses are sensitive to irritation from some kinds of solvents. The most common response to irritation of the nasal passages and sinuses is swelling and drainage. Some people bleed more easily than others in response to the swelling. Swelling of the membranes in your sinus cavities can easily cause a headache. There are other reasons for a nosebleed and concurrent headache. Some other illnesses will case these symptoms, especially high blood pressure. Although it’s likely that membrane irritation and swelling caused the symptoms you describe, it’s important to be aware of and rule out other causes. Chronic high blood pressure can lead to serious health problems.
