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Does Inhalation Of Kerosene In Childhood Cause Any Side Effects?

Hi i m a 20 year old girl, when i was a kid, i used to inhale Kerosene from d tin. I kinda liked it, and used to inhale for hours together. i had that habit when i was 10 or 11 years old, but now am very scared. Is there any possibilities of side effects now and i also want to know will that affect my pregnancy in any manner in future.. please help
Thu, 6 Feb 2020
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Hello,

Kerosene can cause acute problems like inhalation of all injuries or pneumonitis. However, there will not be any problems at present. As of now, no definite treatment is required.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Does Inhalation Of Kerosene In Childhood Cause Any Side Effects?

Hello, Kerosene can cause acute problems like inhalation of all injuries or pneumonitis. However, there will not be any problems at present. As of now, no definite treatment is required. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician