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A one time use plastic plate caught fire. i inhaled fumes while blowing on it to put the fire down. will this exposure have consequences?

Q: a one time use plastic plate caught fire. i inhaled fumes while blowing on it to put the fire down. will this exposure have consequences?

: No, you should be fine. Take care.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No, you should be fine. Take care.

Answered 8/9/2023

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Dr. Robert Trager answered

Th amount of fumes inhaled is minimal, so no consequences. A large fire with plastic contents, in an enclosed environment will release toxic fumes.

Answered 8/9/2023

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A member asked:

A one time use plastic plate caught fire. i inhaled fumes while blowing on it to put the fire down. will this exposure have consequences?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr. Robert Trager answered

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