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    Can auto fuel spilled on a man's leg cause blood poisoning?

    Several years ago, a friend carried auto fuel in an open topped watering can for some distance. As he walked, the fuel slopped out of the can and down his leg. This resulted in a severe swelling of his leg which hospitalized him for a number of days.

    My friend is 93 and is living in a condo unit. Last week the hall and lobby mats were cleaned with some strong smelling chemical which resulted in a flare up of my friend's leg. He must sit with his leg elevated. Is there a medical term for this condition so I can do further research?

    Thank you.

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      Your friend is probably allergic to certain chemicals. Or maybe the carpet cleaning had nothing to do with his current problem. What did the doctor say?
      12 years ago. Rating: 3
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        very unlikely. maybe if it got into a deep open wound it could cause problems but blood poisining is rather severe. i have used gasoline and other petrol based solvents to wash my hands and arms after auto repairs for years though i recommend against it
        12 years ago. Rating: 1
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