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  Indoor air pollution occurs in homes, residential building and commercial environments. Common sources of indoor air pollution can range from formaldehyde to lead. This air pollution can lead to medical problems. Mild health problems include throat irritation or severe health problems, such as an asthma attack. Learn how to manage common indoor air pollution.
  
  

Formaldehyde

• Formaldehyde is an indoor air pollutant and colorless gas found in different products. Types of products can include writing paper, wallpaper and furniture. Some people experience health problems when exposed to formaldehyde. Forsyth County Environmental Affairs states mild heath problems range from itching skin to eye irritation. You can reduce your formaldehyde exposure. One reduction method involves buying household items and furniture without formaldehyde.
  
  

Cleaning Products

• Cleaning products can interfere with indoor air quality. Some cleaning products can cause skin rashes, headaches or breathing problems. The California Environmental Protection Agency Air Resources Board shows lung or heart disease patients can experience more medical symptoms. Wear gloves and face masks when you clean. Open your windows as you clean. Fresh air can circulate through your home.
  
  

Residential Wood Burning

• Another indoor air pollution cause involves residential wood burning. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states improper wood burning can cause hazardous air pollutants. Residential wood burning can trigger respiratory problems, such as asthma. You can reduce hazardous residential wood burning. One way to reduce problems involves using dry, clean wood for your fireplace. Another way includes removing wood ashes from your fireplace.
  
  

Carpets

• Individuals use carpets for decorating and keeping the home or office insulated. Some carpet manufacturer's use dyes or formaldehyde when producing carpets, according to The Canadian Lung Association. These pollutants can produce health symptoms of itching, burning skin or breathing problems. Reduce your indoor pollution exposure. Before purchasing carpet cleaners, read your carpet's manufacturer's cleaning instructions. This can help reduce carpet cleaning damage.
  
  

Lead

• Lead is found in different home or office environments, ranging from kitchen plumbing to wall paint. Paint manufacturer's stopped using lead in 1978. Some older homes and offices still have lead and can cause medical problems, such as kidney damage or memory problems. You can have lead paint removed from your home and reduce your family's lead exposure.