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Meth exposure symptoms in children smell odor , my grandchild has metallic smell and i suspect he is being exposed to drug users

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Suspicion: If you have reason to suspect your grandson is exposed to drug users, this is a very big problem. Child protective services needs to be aware & check out the situation. Please contact them, and share your concerns.

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Answered 12/9/2013

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