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Kerosene

Discussion in 'Science' started by Doctor Syn, Mar 31, 2012.

  1. Doctor Syn

    Doctor Syn Banned

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    What is your opinion on Kerosene, a mineral oil distillate, being an effective antimicrobial treatment for various illnesses?
     
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    Well its probably more effective then the Head Lice remedies out today.
     
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    Toxicity

    Ingestion of kerosene is harmful or fatal. Kerosene should never be used to get rid of hair lice as it can cause burns and serious illness. A kerosene shampoo can even be fatal if fumes are inhaled.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kerosene#cite_note-25
     
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    Used in small doses and for a limited period Kerosene is perfectly safe. The danger of Kerosene does not come from any inherent toxicity, but from getting vomit in the lungs after a large amount has been swallowed accidently or in a suicide attempt.
     
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    FYI---Rubbing Alcohol is the best thing to kill head lice. Just....no smoking.

    Do people actually INJEST Kerosene? I have never heard of that.
     
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