Are tear gas agents dangerous to health? What the science says

Tear gas agents cause temporary irritation but can also lead to serious complications. Thousands of testimonies have raised concerns about possible gynecological effects, which are still little-studied by science.
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Published3 d ago (Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:34:17 GMT)
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