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Is it okay to eat naphthalene ball at least 4per day?
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Naphthalene: Naphthalene is a white solid substance with a strong smell. Poisoning from naphthalene destroys or changes red blood cells so they cannot carry oxygen. Do not eat naphthalene but if you have see your doctor ASAP.
Answered 7/20/2014
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