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I inhaled dettol fumes and now my gums are swollen and have a sore throat and irritable dry cough?
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Local irritation: Dettol antiseptic cleaner contains the chemical Chloroxylenol. Exposure to this chemicals fumes in a poorly ventilated area can result in a variety of irritations, including eyes, skin and airways. Get some fresh air and wash exposed areas of the skin with water. If symptoms do not subside or if they worsen, go to an urgent care facility immediately. For future use of dettol, make sure there is lo
Answered 4/9/2020
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