4 doctors agreed: Shortness of breath: As the chest cavity fills with fluid, the lung gets compressed. This can lead to shortness of breath, as well as possible chest pain, depending on the cause of the effusion. Fever is another possible finding, but is also related to the cause of the effusion. ...Read more
Industrial strength hydrogen peroxide can cause blindness, burns, etc. 1  Industrial strength hydrogen peroxide can cause blindness, burns, lung damage, and other problems if it is not properly handled. Spills in large amounts can cause fires and explosions. 2  Avoid inhaling hydrogen peroxide fumes.
It is also used in glues, nail polish, leather, inks and dyes. Hydrogen peroxide is used as a cleaning agent. Over the counter hydrogen peroxide is diluted and not as strong as the hydrogen peroxide found in glow sticks. This hydrogen peroxide is corrosive to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. This is the type of hydrogen peroxide used in Steveâs Elephantâs Toothpaste demonstration.