I have an exhaust system in my car that has to blow out large amounts of exhaust in order for the engine to function. The smoke is white, but I feel my eyes stinging inside the car, and fell a burning sensation in my chest and headache, not severe headaches, but enough to notice them. I have to use the car for limited times each day. Am I safe driving this car?
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you're all symptoms are related to smoke exposure. Actually smoke is irritable to eyes, lungs and skin. On exposure to eyes it can cause redness, pain, watering etc. On inhalation, smoke can cause cough, wheezing, chest tightness and burning chest pain. So you're all symptoms are suggestive of irritation due to smoke. So better to avoid exposure as chronic exposure can cause permanent damage. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks.