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Close work contact with methylene chloride. Would be really interested to know if anyone on here would have experienced working with methylene chloride (solvent) and if this could lead to neuropathy. I am trying to make the connection.
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@mattey741 Okay, I asked ChatGPT for links to those studies. My question: can you give me links to those studies?
ChatGPT's response: Sure, here are links to the studies I mentioned:
Kim, Y., Kim, J., Kim, Y., Park, J., & Lee, C. (2008). Neurological effects of occupational exposure to methylene chloride: a cross-sectional study. Neurotoxicology, 29(5), 930-936. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neuro.2008.07.013
Lefebvre, M. A., Pham, T. M., & Wegman, D. H. (2011). Neurological effects of occupational exposure to methylene chloride: a cross-sectional study. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, 53(4), 435-441. https://doi.org/10.1097/JOM.0b013e31820c01a9
Kim, H., Park, J. H., Lee, K., Lee, M. J., Lim, Y. H., Hong, Y. C., & Ha, M. (2017). Peripheral neuropathy in workers exposed to low levels of Methylene chloride. Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology, 12(1), 11. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12995-017-0158-y
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I would not trust ChatGPT for any sort of factual search. All that glitters is not gold.
Hello @mattey741. I noticed you wanted to connect with others on chemicals that could lead to neuropathy, and since there is an existing discussion, you will notice I have moved your post here:
- Close work contact with methylene chloride: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/neuropathy-caused-by-toxins-poisons-and-chemicals/
I see that members @cookierockwell @charlie807 and @mayonaise28 have joined you to share more.
How long did you work with methylene chloride?
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@mattey741 I asked the ChatGPT AI your question. I'd recommend googling to find the studies, and verify what they say. ChatGPT isn't always accurate.
My question: is there a study that shows working with methylene chloride can cause neuropathy?
ChatGPT's response: Yes, there are several studies that have shown that working with methylene chloride can cause neuropathy. Here are some examples:
A study published in the journal Neurotoxicology in 2008 found that workers exposed to methylene chloride in a plastic film manufacturing plant had a higher incidence of peripheral neuropathy than workers in a control group who were not exposed to the chemical.
Another study published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine in 2011 found that workers in a paint stripping facility who were exposed to methylene chloride had a higher risk of developing peripheral neuropathy compared to workers who were not exposed to the chemical.
A study published in the Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology in 2017 found that workers in a metal cleaning facility who were exposed to methylene chloride had a higher prevalence of peripheral neuropathy compared to a control group.
These studies suggest that exposure to methylene chloride can increase the risk of developing peripheral neuropathy. However, it is important to note that the risk may depend on the level and duration of exposure, as well as other factors such as individual susceptibility and the use of protective measures.