What harm does spray painting do to the body

In real life, there are some people who specialize in spray painting. Whether you are spraying paint on a car or on a protective film, the paint contains a lot of chemicals, and some of these chemicals can cause great harm to the human body. Therefore, for spray painters, they should wear masks and take protective measures when working. So if a person sprays paint frequently, what harm will it cause to his body?

1. The harm of long-term painting work to the human body

1. Irritation: Formaldehyde has a strong irritating effect on the skin and mucous membranes, which can cause dry eyes, tears, blurred vision, nasal mucosal edema, throat discomfort, and skin itching.

2. Toxic effects: It can cause dizziness, insomnia, fatigue, inattention, memory loss and other nervous system damage; abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, general weakness and other digestive system damage; cough, chest tightness, asthma and other respiratory system damage.

3. It can also lead to decreased immunity, menstrual disorders, infertility, neonatal malformations, etc. Children and pregnant women are particularly sensitive to it. Carcinogenic effect.

2. Symptoms of benzene poisoning

1. Mild benzene poisoning

Symptoms may include headache, dizziness, general weakness, fatigue, drowsiness, palpitations, loss of appetite, and occasionally nosebleeds and bleeding gums. 2. Moderate benzene poisoning

The white blood cell count drops below 3000, the red blood cell and platelet count decrease, nose and gum bleeding become frequent, congestion and purpura may appear under the skin, women's menstrual period becomes prolonged, and resistance decreases.

1. Severe benzene poisoning

The white blood cell count drops below 2000, the red blood cell and platelet count decreases significantly, there is oral mucosal and subcutaneous bleeding, extensive retinal hemorrhage, enlarged liver, significant changes in bone tissue, multiple neuritis, aplastic anemia, etc.

3. How to reduce the damage of spray painting to health

To ensure the health of operators, some coatings must rely on exhaust and ventilation to reduce the solvent vapor concentration in the air to below the maximum allowable concentration, that is, a safe concentration that will not cause damage for a long time. Precautions must be taken when applying these coatings to prevent inhalation or contact.