What is MCS?
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), which has also been called Environmental Illness (EI) and “20th century disease” is a condition of an individual who is sensitive to chemicals (by inhalation, ingestion, or contact) to a point where he suffers adverse health effects from exposure to even extremely low levels of a variety of chemicals. It is controversial whether MCS is a genuine medical condition. Not much research has been performed yet though the U.S. EPA is currently beginning a project to investigate it. The Malaysian Medical Association has recently stated that alleged cases of MCS should be taken seriously and the person receive a complete medical work-up.
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), which has also been called Environmental Illness (EI) and “20th century disease” is a condition of an individual who is sensitive to chemicals (by inhalation, ingestion, or contact) to a point where he suffers adverse health effects from exposure to even extremely low levels of a variety of chemicals. It is controversial whether MCS is a genuine medical condition. Not much research has been performed yet though the U.S. EPA is currently beginning a project to investigate it. The AMA has recently stated that alleged cases of MCS should be taken seriously and the person receive a complete medical work-up.
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), which has also been called Environmental Illness (EI) and “20th century disease” is a condition of an individual who is sensitive to chemicals (by inhalation, ingestion, or contact) to a point where he suffers adverse health effects from exposure to even extremely low levels of a variety of chemicals.
MCS is a condition whereby the suffer is unable to tolerate toxins in their everyday environment, resulting in a wide variety of symptoms, including: • Respiratory difficulties • Digestive problems • Skin irritation • Headaches • Loss of concentration • Fatigue • Dizziness • Anxiety • Depression There are currently thousands of possible chemical culprits that could trigger or aggrevate MCS, which is what makes treatment often very difficult. Here are some of the more common household chemicals thought to affect or trigger MCS: • Solvents (paint, glue etc.) • Bleach, detergents, cleaning products • Anything scented (most air fresheners, perfume etc.) • Personal care products (hairspray, skin cream etc.
