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Double-blind non-controlled chemical challenge with environmental toxicological assessment in a Multiple Chemical Sensitivity case

Published:April 15, 2011DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jns.2011.03.044

      Abstract

      The report of a Multiple Chemical Sensitivity case highlights two original points. First, even if non-controlled, the reappearance of MCS symptoms after an accidental re-exposure to one scentless semi-volatile chemical (permethrin) of the initial toxic cocktail exposure can be considered as a double blind re-exposure study in situ. Second, environmental toxicology investigations were warrant for a correct treatment and prevention measures.

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