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what is the definition or description of: mineral oil overdose?
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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
25 years experience Psychiatry
Mineral oil overdose: An overdose occurs when an excessive / dangerous dose of a drug / substance is used. Symptoms of O/D may include abdominal pain, dehydration, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. REF: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002684.htm
Answered on Sep 8, 2017
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Dr. ELIJAH NKOSI commented
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Overdose of any meds or substance can have a detrimental effect on your health or system. This can affect your body's metabolism and might eventually lead to death.
Sep 8, 2017
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