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alkali burn |
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alkali burn, damage to tissue caused by exposure to an alkaline compound such as lye. Treatment includes washing the area with copious amounts of water to remove the chemical. It takes more water to irrigate an alkali burn than an acid burn. The victim is immediately taken to a medical facility for assessment of tissue damage. Compare acid burn. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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