What are the Health Risks Associated with Solvent Exposure?
Exposure to solvents can occur through inhalation, skin contact, or ingestion. Short-term exposure can cause irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, headaches, dizziness, and nausea. Long-term exposure has been linked to more severe health outcomes including liver and kidney damage, reproductive toxicity, and an increased risk of certain cancers. For example, benzene exposure has been associated with leukemia.
