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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

Call Your Vet or Poison Control IMMEDIATELY

Paint

Also known as: Paint, Wall Paint, Primer, Enamel

household • art_supply
Toxic compound: lead, volatile organic compounds

What Happens

Lead and solvents cause neurological damage and organ toxicity

Timeline

1 to 24 hours

🩺 Symptoms

Neurological symptoms, vomiting, respiratory issues

Do This Right Now

Contact vet for ingestion, wash skin contact

When to Worry

ANY ingestion especially old paint

Vet Consultation

Emergency if ingested

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for medical decisions.

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