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Son licked naphthalene balls

2021-01-31 13:58:50
My son licked naphthalene balls he immediately threw it, I gave him some salt water do I need to take him to a doctor. He is normal and no vomiting.
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Please take him to ypur nearby pediatrician

Answered2021-02-01 03:14:03

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Better to get the chd checked as naphthalene is known to be toxic. Watch for vomiting, red urine or any other complaints

Answered2021-01-31 14:51:10

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Hi, Naphthalene balls are poisonous, get the child examined by a nearby paediatrician

Answered2021-02-01 02:09:29

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