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  2. Polymer fume fever - Wikipedia

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    Polymer fume fever or fluoropolymer fever, also informally called Teflon flu, is an inhalation fever caused by the fumes released when polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE, known under the trade name Teflon) reaches temperatures of 300 °C (572 °F) to 450 °C (842 °F).

  3. Is Your Nonstick Pan Making You Sick? Suspected Cases Of ...

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    Teflon flu, aka polymer fume fever, is a term used to describe people who have gotten sick after being exposed to fumes from Teflon pans, according to the National Capital Poison Center.

  4. What to know about 'Teflon flu' amid a rise in cases in the US

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    A recent record number of cases of polymer fume fever, also known as "Teflon flu," are putting a spotlight on one of the most common causes of the condition, the use of nonstick pans. Over 265 ...

  5. Fluoride toxicity - Wikipedia

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    Referring to a common salt of fluoride, sodium fluoride (NaF), the lethal dose for most adult humans is estimated at 5 to 10 g (which is equivalent to 32 to 64 mg elemental fluoride/kg body weight). [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] Ingestion of fluoride can produce gastrointestinal discomfort at doses at least 15 to 20 times lower (0.2–0.3 mg/kg or 10 to 15 ...

  6. Ethylene glycol poisoning - Wikipedia

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    Ethylene glycol poisoning is poisoning caused by drinking ethylene glycol. [1] Early symptoms include intoxication, vomiting and abdominal pain. [1] Later symptoms may include a decreased level of consciousness, headache, and seizures. [1] Long term outcomes may include kidney failure and brain damage. [1]

  7. Doctors Warn Against Dangerous Beauty Trend That Leaves ...

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    Image credits: cottonbro studio/Pexels (Not the actual photo) It is also used to reduce cellulite, fade wrinkles and lines, tighten loose skin, recontour the body, lighten pigmented skin, and ...

  8. Metallosis - Wikipedia

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    Women may be at slightly higher risk than men. If metallosis occurs, it may involve the hip and knee joints , the shoulder , [ 2 ] wrist , [ 3 ] elbow joints , [ 4 ] or spine . [ 5 ] In the spine, the wear debris and resulting inflammatory reaction may result in a mass often referred to as a "metalloma" in medical literature, which may lead to ...

  9. Here’s how long it takes for your body to recover from food ...

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    Children, on the other hand, should use an oral rehydration solution such as Pedialyte to ease food poisoning symptoms. You’ll also want to steer clear of solid foods for 24 hours, especially if ...