Risks to nerve cells from house pollutants - Biotech.com. Nerve cells in the brain are at risk from chemicals commonly found in the home, such as disinfectants, compounds found in personal hygiene products, and flame retardants often used in furniture and electronics.
These substances damage cells called oligodendrocytes, which provide support to neurons and form the white matter of the brain, stopping their development or causing their death. They could therefore cause delays in cognitive development, motor dysfunctions and abnormal development of the central nervous system.