T65: Toxic effect of other and unspecified substances

T65.6: Toxic effect: Paints and dyes, not elsewhere classified

Dyes contain various substances that can cause poisoning. Depending on exactly which substance causes the poisoning, there can be different symptoms. The symptoms also depend, for example, on how the substance got into the body. Toxic fumes from dyes can be inhaled, for example. Poisoning from dyes can result in headaches. The skin and airways can also be irritated.

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