[Jewelry making - Article 00170] - Re: [Orchid] Collecting gold with mercury

[Shipwrecked_Treasures]

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    I have a heavy toxic level of mercury in my system and have had it
    for over 30 years. It was absorbed through the skin when I worked at
    a dental office and had to handle pure mercury and amalgam in a
    cheesecloth. I had to put so much amalgam into the cheesecloth and
    either one drop or two drops of mercury into the cloth also. Then I
    had to hand mix the two together. Then you squeeze the cloth out so
    excess mercury comes out. By the time they got to testing my blood
    they discovered that my level of mercury in my system was so high
    that I was considered extremely toxic. Even after 31 the mercury
    level in my blood is still extremely high (I have had all my
    fillings replaced and no longer work in the dental field). Just
    letting you know that you have to handle mercury with respect. It has
    ruined my health. I would hate to see anyone go through what I have
    gone through, Be careful when handling anything that may contain
    mercury - use heavy thick gloves. Wear a mask. I did not do any of
    these things when I had to handle it day after day for years. Just be
    very careful.
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