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Naphthalene





Naphthalene

Alternative Names:

Moth balls; Moth flakes; Camphor tar
Symptoms:

Stomach problemsmay occur a day after exposure to the poison. They include:

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea


The patient may also have a fever. Over time, the following additional symptoms may occur:


References:

Roberts JR, Hedges JR. Clinical Procedures in Emergency Medicine. 4th Ed.Philadelphia, PA: WB Saunders; 2004;749-766.

Ford MD, Clinical Toxicology. 1st Ed. Philadelphia, PA: WB Saunders; 2001.




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