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What are the symptoms of poisoning from paint thinner fumes?

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Dr. Wm. Marcus Spurlock answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

Toxins - Chemicals: Headaches, wooziness, fainting, nausea and vomitting. Move the patient out of the environment where the fumes are present and let them breathe fresh air. If they are too ill, call 911.

Dr Ross agreed

Answered 12/30/2018

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Multiple: headache, dizziness, and nausea are main side effects. If they do not resolve then seek medical care

Answered 1/4/2019

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