Skin exposure to bromine will most likely
result in local effects, such as blister
formation, skin discolouration and slow
healing ulcers. Eye exposure to low and
high levels of bromine may produce eye
irritation and sensitivity to light,
respectively.
Exposure may also occur through
ingestion of food contaminated with
bromine. Seafood has relatively high
levels of bromine. Eating food that has
been fumigated with bromine may also be
a source of oral exposure to bromine
through food. Ingestion of pure bromine is
likely to result in burns to the mouth, throat
and stomach followed by severe stomach
irritation. Prolonged exposure may result
in bromine being stored in the body and
damage to the brain may be observed if
levels reach sufficient levels, possibly
resulting in coma.