Sick Building Syndrome: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may indicate sick building syndrome:

  • Mucosal irritation in the nasopharynx (nasopharynx).
  • Eye burning
  • Rhinitis (cold)
  • Hoarseness
  • Respiratory infections and cough such as bronchitisinflammation of the bronchi.
  • Worsening of pre-existing respiratory diseases such as bronchial asthma.
  • Allergic reactions
  • Xeroderma (dry skin)
  • Pruritus (itching)
  • Exanthem (rash)
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Weakened immune defenses (immunodeficiency) with frequent infectious diseases.
  • Reduction in performance
  • Concentration disorders
  • Stomach complaints
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Sensory disturbances in the extremities
  • Unclear pain
  • Depression