C Carbon Klein Senior Member 10+ Year Member 15+ Year Member 20+ Year Member Joined Apr 23, 2000 Messages 242 Reaction score 8 May 19, 2004 #1 My friend wants to use a Chinese herbal ointment with Mercury in the ingredients. He was wondering if topical mercury exposure is harmful. Members don't see this ad.
My friend wants to use a Chinese herbal ointment with Mercury in the ingredients. He was wondering if topical mercury exposure is harmful. Members don't see this ad.
VentdependenT You didnt build thaT Moderator Emeritus Verified Member Physician 15+ Year Member Joined Oct 3, 2003 Messages 4,007 Reaction score 27 May 19, 2004 #2 It is absorbed through the skin. Better get chelated if your friend starts getting a little batty.