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my husband got refrigeration freon in his eyes.

Sent to Health Experts June 05, 2006 1:43 a.m.

my husband got refrigeration freon in his eyes. He flushed with lots of running water. Should I take him to the hospital?

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Flushed his eye's with running water

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June 05, 2006 2:08 a.m. (25 minutes and 18 seconds later)

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My research indicates that flushing the eyes is appropriate first aid for Freon contamination. However, since there are different types (and presumably different concentrations) of freon -- I strongly advise you to called poison control at 1-800-222-1222 -- Just to cover all the bases.

Freon can cause respiratory and heart problems, if inhaled -- so if there is any chance of inhalation having taken place, a trip to the ER would certainly be warranted -- just to be on the safe side.

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