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 Members do not 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 do not 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.
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.