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Toluene what are the long term health implications from inhalation?

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Dr. Thomas Rayson answered

Specializes in Pathology

Brain damage: This is a very toxic and noxious organic substance. It saponify's the brain which is a high lipid organ. It is very dangerous causing dizziness memory loss and confusion.

Answered 4/28/2019

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