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What Is The Treatment For The Kerosene Intake By A 3 Year Old?
3 year old child in afrika ingested kerosene three days ago. Last night presented with shortness of breath and very laboured noisy breathing. It is the third day today. Seems to be getting worse. They put her on oxygen upon mothers insistent. doing xray now as I write. What can I suggest to the doctors to do for her. Remeber in afrika it is ur money and what knowledge you have that might save your child. Pls help urgently.
Fri, 6 Jun 2014
Hi
Thanks for writing to healthcare magic.
Kerosene can be very dangerous , it causes severe lung damage
You need to get her admitted soon.
It may take even a week for recovery
Wishing your child speedy recovery
Regards
Dr Arun
Thanks for writing to healthcare magic.
Kerosene can be very dangerous , it causes severe lung damage
You need to get her admitted soon.
It may take even a week for recovery
Wishing your child speedy recovery
Regards
Dr Arun
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