The following symptoms and complaints may indicate Multiple Chemical Sensitivity:
- Breathing difficulties
- Eye burning
- Dry mouth
- Cardiovascular problems
- Headache
- Pain of the musculoskeletal system
- Fatigue, chronic fatigue
- Dizziness
- Impaired concentration and memory
- Skin problems (e.g., skin burning).
- Digestive problems
- Nausea
- Sleep disturbances
Affected individuals react to environmental substances and chemicals (e.g. fragrances, cleaning agents and disinfectants or heavy metals) with symptoms of varying severity.