Alka Seltzer Chemical Reaction
Chemicals that touch skin can lead to a reaction on the skin, throughout the body, or both.
Alternative Names
Burn from chemicals
Considerations
Chemical exposure is not always obvious. You should suspect chemical exposure if an otherwise healthy person becomes ill for no apparent reason, particularly if an empty chemical container is found nearby.
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