03-25-2018, 12:36 PM
(This post was last modified: 03-25-2018, 12:37 PM by MyronH.)
Can ammonia or VOC's cause apneas?
Anyone know if ammonia or VOC's build-up in the house can cause apneas? Central apnea with low Oxygen level?
My brother suggested I get my house checked. I have three cats with litter boxes, and last time he was here, he said it smelt like ammonia.
I had some major CA's last night, and could not get ANY sleep. Slept less then 1hr. My O2 went down multiple times to 80% before my monitor woke me.
ResMed AirCurve 10 vAuto
Pressure EPAP min 4.4, IPAP 8.4, IPAP Max 18, PS 4.
RE: Can ammonia or VOC's cause apneas?
Ammonia is an irritant at levels associated with a litter box however i'm not aware of any association with sleep apnea. VOCs include a broad range of hydrocarbon organic compounds. To the best of my knowledge, cat urine is not a significant source of VOC, and even cat farts (methane) is considered exempt from VOC regulations (yes it's true).
Now that I've answered you straight-up, go clean the litter! People will notice.
RE: Can ammonia or VOC's cause apneas?
The way I unscientifically see it, smells affect my breathing so there might be a correlation. I am asthmatic and many smells seem to make my breathing more difficult. I use order less laundry soap and I cant stand the smell of fabric softener. For what it is worth.
Car54