The discovery was based on the study researchers from Karlstad University in Sweden, as quoted by the Daily Mail. "Research shows for the first time that the concentration of PGE," propylene glycol "and" glycol ether, "in the bedroom air associated with an increased risk of asthma, rhinitis and eczema in children, "says Professor Carl-Gustaf Bornehag.
"The increased risk varied between 50 and 180 percent. It was also found that higher concentrations of PGE in the air in the room connected with the antibody (immunoglobulin E or IgE) children to allergens such as cat, dog and pollen.
Our analysis also revealed that the use of water-based paint in homes, as water-based cleaners, connected with a higher concentration of PGE in bedroom air. "Chemical elements can also be found in some plastic toys and packaging.
The researchers studied 198 preschool children with asthma and allergies along with 202 healthy children in Varmland, Sweden. Air samples taken from children's bedrooms and eight groups analyzed volatile elements.
The children are then checked by a doctor when their parents fill out questionnaires on health and family lifestyle. "We previously have shown that phthalates from PVD (polyvinylidene chloride) can be associated with mild allergic conditions in children. Right now we focus on PGE. Among the identified elements are elements that allegedly interfere with the hormone, which is also the case regarding phthalates that we learned earlier, "said professor Bornehag.
The scientists say more research is needed to investigate how chemical exposure in children can contribute to chronic conditions. "Our findings once again raise questions on health-related aspects of the use of chemicals in everyday life. Especially when exposure in home environments, from small children and pregnant women spend their time there and there are many indications that exposing fetuses and infants may be more risky, "said professor Bornehag.
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