What are the symptoms of gas poisoning

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Gas poisoning actually refers to carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide will be produced when the carbonaceous substance is not completely burned in the combustion process. Gas poisoning is often caused in families due to the heating of coal stoves in winter or leakage of liquefied gas. What are the symptoms of gas poisoning? Next, I'd like to share my views with you.

What are the symptoms of gas poisoning

Severe people's skin will show cherry red, breathing and pulse will speed up, there will be disturbance of consciousness, will be in a deep coma or even a state of syncope, eventually due to lung failure, heart failure lead to death. Mild poisoning patients have dizziness, headache, fatigue, palpitation, nausea, vomiting and blurred vision.

There will be symptoms of chills all over the body, but this symptom is not very obvious, from indoor to outdoor after you can feel obvious, all over the body unobstructed. This feeling can be very uncomfortable. This kind of panic is also a manifestation of hypoxia and heavy pressure. At this time, we should find out in time and send them to the hospital as soon as possible.

When the content of carboxyhemoglobin in the blood is 30% - 40%, the symptoms of moderate poisoning will appear, that is, the symptoms of mild poisoning will be aggravated, and there will be agitation, coma, skin and mucous membrane (lips, cheeks, chest, etc.) showing cherry red; In addition, it can also show hyperhidrosis, increased heart rate, early increase of blood pressure and later decrease.

matters needing attention

Gas poisoning is a terrible thing. We must pay enough attention to it. Every night, we should check whether the stove is fully burned, whether the chimney exhaust is unobstructed, and whether there is gas smell at home. Only do a comprehensive inspection to ensure the safety before you can rest assured to sleep.