Question 1

i have paint on my head.

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Ok: Try hot water and it will slowly come off be gentle

Question 2

are paint fumes dangerous to kids?

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To everyone: Paint fumes, in concentrated enough and lengthy enough form can harm the body -  particularly the liver and sometimes the lung.

Question 3

can the paint on my t-shirt be toxic?

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Yes: If the shirt is painted with lead paint it can be toxic. Some of the synthetic chemicals in shirts can be a problem for people too. 
Check out the following site. https://www.aaemonline.org/

Question 4

how dangerous are indoor paint smells ?

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Better to be: safe and don't inhale paint fumes, which can be very dangerous. Open windows to ventilate the area. Check with your doctor if you think you have symptoms from paint inhalation.

Question 5

what happens if you touch paint thinner?

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Nothing: Getting small amounts on your hands is not a problem.

Question 6

is lead free paint harmful if swallowed wet ?

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Swallowing paint: I am curious as to why you asked your question. I would advise that no paint should be swallowed.

If you have small children then protecting them from fresh or drying paint is important. If they have been exposed and are not ill you may be lucky. If they are ill and this has occurred please get them to the pediatrician.

Question 7

what will happen if someone drinks paint thinner / solvent?

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Nothing good: They could die or at least suffer major damage.

Question 8

are older buildings safe to be in if there is chipping lead paint?

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Lead paint: Most workmen who take care of things like this are almost always very careful not to cause a problem for the staff.

Question 9

what happens if you might have consumed a small amount of lead paint?

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Get a lead level : Lead is very toxic and can cause serious problems. If you have ingested lead, have your doc check a blood lead level.

Question 10

my toddler ate just a little of my acrylic art paint.  should i worry?

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LEAD POISONING ?: If he just tasted it probably no problem, otherwise he starts vomiting.  Paint is lead so make sure to check lead next time you see md.

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