By Mehak Pal
Published Aug 27, 2023

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

4 side effects of burning mosquito coil

Mosquito coils are commonly used to ward off mosquitoes

Here are four side effects of burning a mosquito coil daily

Rashes and skin allergies

Mosquito coils contain heavy metals like aluminium, chromium and many more which can lead to various skin allergies and rashes

Triggers asthma and COPD

Studies suggest that using mosquito coils in an enclosed space can increase indoor pollutant levels and can trigger Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) such as asthma

Affects lung health

Mosquito coil contains carcinogens that can deteriorate the health of your lungs

Headaches

The substances present in mosquito coils can cause headaches