PubMed · 1998 · 25 citations · 4 references
PharmacyClinical ToxicologyToxicologyEnvironmental HealthEnvironmental ToxicologyOccupational ToxicologyAir PollutantsClinical Manifestations Of IntoxicationInhalant ToxicologyInhalation ToxicologyRespiratory ToxicologyVolatile Organic CompoundsChemical Inhalation InjuryDependence In Inhalant UseInhalant IntoxicationInhalant Use DisorderInhalational ToxicityOccupational Fume ExposureOccupational Inhalant ExposureOccupational Inhalation Hazards
Ms M. a 13 years old class III student presented with one year history of petrol fumes inhalation dependence and six months history of kerosene inhalation dependence. She liked the smell of fumes getting pleasant feeling of well-being and increased confidence. She though fulfilled all the criteria of inherent dependence differed from typical cases described in published reports. Like male preponderance and group activity, the prominent features of inhalation dependence were absent in our case.
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