Dubai: Sick building syndrome (SBS) is when people have a range of symptoms related to a certain building, most often a workplace, and there is no specific identifiable cause.
Most cases of SBS occur in open-plan offices, although people sometimes develop the symptoms while in other buildings that are occupied by lots of people, including schools, libraries and museums.
The symptoms of SBS may include:
- Headaches and dizziness
- Nausea
- Aches and pains
- Fatigue
- Poor concentration
- Shortness of breath or chest tightness, eye and throat irritation
- Irritated, blocked or running nose
- Skin irritation such skin rashes and dry itchy skin
Source: National Health Service in the UK
