Ingestion of chemicals can be harmful to an individual depending on what is it made of and how much of it has entered inside the body. Certain pesticides and cleaning supplies contain chemicals that can be very harmful to adults and children equally. One may exhibit typical signs of poisoning including vomiting, breathing difficulties, losing consciousness, or burns.
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Will accidentally putting mascara wand in a child's mouth cause any harm?
Query: Hello doctor, My 2-year-old put my mascara wand in his mouth. His teeth and all around his mouth were black. I used a toothbrush and water to get all the black out. What else should I do? I am not sure how much he swallowed. Can it harm him? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Mascara contains iron oxide, carbon black along with a base of paraffin or mineral oil. As your child had taken it in his mouth and you already have cleaned it. Now there is nothing to worry, you may ask him to gargle with Chlorhexidine mouthwash which will improve t... Read Full »
My friend consumed henna accidentally. Is it a problem?
Query: Hello doctor, A friend of mine accidentally tasted a little henna. She experienced a little sticky throat, and her vision seemed a little darker than normal, although not too much. At the moment, she is coughing. Is it a big issue? What should she do? Kindly advise. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A small amount of henna, if consumed, will be easily detoxified by our body, especially by the liver, and exclusively excreted through the kidneys. But if the person has any other disease manifestation like liver disease or kidney disease, it can lead to more problem... Read Full »
If a 2-year-old baby has ingested mosquito vaporizer, what steps should be taken?
Query: Hello doctor, If a 2-year-old baby has ingested mosquito vaporizer, what steps should be taken? Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. The potential toxic effects would vary based on the specific mosquito vaporizer that your baby ingested. Please share the symptoms your baby is currently experiencing, as well as the quantity consumed if possible.... Read Full »
I accidentally ingested antiseptic liquid. What could be the potential consequences for me now?
Query: Hello doctor, I drank antiseptic liquid accidently. I want to know what would happen to me now. I also have a seven month old baby. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Firstly, I would need to know the nature of the situation. Did you personally consume an antiseptic liquid, or is it that your seven-month-old baby has ingested some of it? The severity of the consequences depends on facto... Read Full »
I breathe in chemical fumes and got chest congestion and shortness of breath. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I happened to breathe fumes from chemical exposure two days ago, got tightness in chest sternum and a little shortness of breath. When biking the next day and did fine. After riding a bike I had a little phlegm but now have irritated trachea and still a little tightness in sternum. It ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. This kind of exposure can cause bronchitis. It is the inflammation of airways. This inflammation causes cough and bronchoconstriction which in turn cause wheezing, breathing difficulty, etc. All these events depend on many factors. But the ... Read Full »
My friend inhaled half a bottle of phenyl accidentally. How long will it take for her to recover?
Query: Hello doctor, Recently, my friend inhaled half a bottle of phenyl accidentally. As a result, she had severe vomiting and was admitted to the hospital and discharged in a day. Now, she has a high fever, is unable to eat anything, and is vomiting whatever she eats. How long will it take for her to re... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome back to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and will surely help you out. Did she inhale the phenyl or consume it? If inhaled, there is nothing much to worry about. However, if she has consumed it, she needs Ryle tube insertion and stomach aspiration. Initially, there will be CN... Read Full »
What are the consequences of drinking phenyl accidentally?
Query: Hi doctor, Accidentally, I drank some amount of green phenyl yesterday night. I vomited many times and it has been 24 hours now. I have not consulted a doctor. Shall I have any problems in the future? I am worried. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you have taken a small quantity of phenyl accidentally, then there is nothing to be worried. Do not induce vomiting on your own as it is not good. Phenyl is corrosive and repeated induced vomiting causes damage to the food pipe. You need to consult a doctor if yo... Read Full »
I got a tiny bit of the flea killer in my mouth and lip. Will it harm me?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 35 years old. About three hours ago, I was fleaing my dogs when I got a tiny bit of the flea killer in my mouth and on my lip. It was not alot. Will it harm me? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Flea killer contains ingredients that are harmful to humans but since just a tiny amount got into your mouth then its effect will not be poisonous. You need to wash your lips thoroughly with soap and water, gargle your mouth with water and spit it several times. Drink p... Read Full »
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