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This Surgeon Has Treated 30 People for Exploding E-Cigarettes

‘FLAMING ROCKETS’

Without regulations, we're bound to see more injuries.

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Callie Thompson has worked in trauma centers for years. In that time, she’s seen at least one injury become increasingly common: exploding e-cigarettes, which can painful injuries like third-degree burns, tooth loss, and tissue damage.

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