Benzene ingestion

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Benzene ingestion

Definition:

This is poisoning from swallowing, breathing in, or touching benzene. Benzene is a clear liquid chemical that has a sweet smell.

Poisonous Ingredient:

Benzene

Where Found:

Various paint, lacquer, and varnish removers
Multiple industrial solvents
Additives to gasoline and other fuels

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Symptoms:

Lungs and chest
- Tight chest
- Rapid, shallow breathing
Eyes, ears, nose, and throat
- Blurred vision
Skin
- Pale skin
- Small red dots on skin
Gastrointestinal
Heart and blood
- Irregular heartbeat
- Convulsions
Nervous system
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Nervousness
- Unconsciousness
- Euphoria (feeling of being drunk)
- Headache
- Weakness
- Staggering
- Tremors

Review Date: 3/13/2006
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-RooseveltHospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed HealthcareNetwork.

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