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Used Paint Thinner To Remove Nail Polish, Chest Hurts, Burns. Was This Dangerous?
Hi, I needed to get finger nail polish off a d realized I didn't have polish remover. My husband suggested I use paint thinner, so I did. I used it on my nails and was done in about ten minuets or so. I used it in the bathroom with the fan on but I'm afraid maybe now it wasn't safe. Was this dangerous? I have a big day tomorrow so idk if it's anxiety or maybe inhaling the fumes but my chest hurts a lil, like when you have bronchitis and it kinda burns.
Mon, 7 Oct 2013
Hi,
Although paint thinner is not advised for the removal of nail polish, you have not done yourself any lasting harm. You have probably inhaled a small amount of the fumes from the enclosed area of your bathroom.
I suggest you rest if possible in a well ventilated area. I fully expect your symptoms to disappear in an hour or do.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger,
MBChB FRCA
Although paint thinner is not advised for the removal of nail polish, you have not done yourself any lasting harm. You have probably inhaled a small amount of the fumes from the enclosed area of your bathroom.
I suggest you rest if possible in a well ventilated area. I fully expect your symptoms to disappear in an hour or do.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger,
MBChB FRCA
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