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kerosene - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Kerosene is an oil used as a fuel for lamps, as well as heating and cooking. This article discusses the harmful effects from swallowing or breathing in kerosene. This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222. ...
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Symptoms of kerosene (Source: MedLinePlus)
Airways and lungs Breathing difficulty (from inhalation); Throat swelling (may also cause breathing difficulty). ; Eyes, ears, nose, and throat Pain; Vision loss. ; Gastrointestinal Abdominal pain; Bloody stools; Burns of the esophagus (food pipe); Vomiting, possibly with blood. ; Heart and blood Collapse; Low blood pressure -- develops rapidly. ; Nervous system Dizziness; Drowsiness; Euphoria ("drunk" feeling); Headache; Loss of alertness (unconciousness); Staggering; Weakness. ; Skin Burns; Irritation. ...
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kerosene - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
Seek immediate medical help. Do NOT make a person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care professional. ...
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Further Reading on kerosene
  • Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    What is carbon monoxide poisoning ? Carbon monoxide ( CO ) is a colorless , odorless , and tasteless gas . This invisible , poisonous gas ...produced by burning any type of fuel-gas, oil, kerosene , wood, or...
  • Preventing Poisoning in Young Children - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    If you have a possible poisoning emergency , call 1 - 800 - 222 - 1222 and you will be automatically transferred to the closest ...washer fluid and antifreeze. Turpentine products, kerosene , lye,
  • Arthritis: Lyme Disease ( WebMD )
    Read an overview of Lyme disease...s body or handle the tick with bare fingers Swab the bite area thoroughly with an antiseptic to prevent infection DO NOT use kerosene , Vaseline or a cigarette butt DO...
  • Poisoning ( WebMD )
    Poison is anything that kills or injures through its chemical actions...would do so again when vomited. If the victim swallowed a petroleum product, such as gasoline, kerosene , or paint thinner, these...

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