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Had kerosene heater on and was emitting black smoke. i looked in the mirror and my nose was filled with black stuff. did it get in my lungs. am i ok?

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Air: As long as you do not have any symptoms you should be ok. Try to go outside a get some fresh air.

Dr Beck agreed

Answered 12/12/2020

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