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Results 1 - 7 of 7 for TALC
  1. Talcum powder poisoning 
    ... is a powder made from a mineral called talc. Talcum powder poisoning may occur when someone breathes ... Talc can be harmful if it is swallowed or breathed in.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002719.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Preventing pressure ulcers 
    ... breasts and in your groin. Do not use talc powder or strong soaps. Try not to take ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000147.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Industrial bronchitis 
    ... contain: Asbestos Coal Cotton Flax Latex Metals Silica Talc Toluene diisocyanate Western red cedar
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000072.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Metastatic pleural tumor 
    ... Or, your surgeon may spray a medicine or talc on the lung surface during the procedure. This ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000117.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Diaper rash 
    ... or irritate the skin more. Do not use talc (talcum powder). It can get into your baby's ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000964.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Swallowing chalk 
    ... carbonate) Blackboard and artist's chalk (gypsum) Tailor's chalk (talc) Note: This list may not include all uses ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002771.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Rash - child under 2 years 
    ... skin from irritation. Powders such as cornstarch or talc should be used cautiously, as they can be ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003259.htm - Medical Encyclopedia