Wax

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Wax

Definition:

Ingestion of high amounts of wax or crayons.

Alternative Names:

Crayons

Poisonous Ingredient:

In general, wax is not poisonous. If a child eats a small amount of crayon, the wax will pass through the child's system without causing a problem. However, if a child eats a large amount of crayon or wax, the intestines could potentially become blocked.

Where Found:

Crayons
Candles
Canning wax

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Review Date: 12/23/2004
Reviewed By: Wiliam D. Whetstone, M.D., Division of Emergency Medicine, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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