Question 1

what are the long-term effects of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Likely none: Carbon monoxide acts by keeping red blood cells from picking up oxygen so it hurts you by starving the body for oxygen. Once the co separates off the red cell it starts working again and theprocess stops. It the lack of oxygen was severe enough to cause damage to parts of the body it will take time for that to be repaired, but otherwise there shouldn't be long-term problems.

Question 2

what are the long term effects of accidental carbon monoxide poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Includes:: Some develop a parkinsonian appearance mimicking true parkinson's tremors and rigidity.  Cognitive problem such as memory loss and poor organizational skills may occur.  Incoordination and imbalance may be problems, and chronic headaches are not uncommon.

Question 3

can you tell me the physical effects of carbon monoxide poisoning before death?

Accepted Answer

Sleep: When carbon monoxide replaces the oxygen in your blood cells, your system slows down and you fall into a sleep like coma with eventual death.  The hemoglobin with carbon monoxide is very red in color so death in this way causes a very florid flushing appearance of the victim.

Question 4

what are the physical effects of carbon monoxide poisoning if you survive?

Accepted Answer

Active tissue death: Carbon monoxide causes its toxic effects by preventing the effective transport of oxygen, and as such causes damage to tissue that is highly metabolically active (and requires more oxygen to stay alive).  This leads to strokes, heart damage, and kidney damage.  Chronic low-level exposure can lead to cognitive problems, increased cardiovascular risk, and other issues.

Question 5

what causes carbon monoxide poisoning to cause vomiting?

Accepted Answer

Lack of oxygen: It is the lack of usuable oxygen to your tissues. The hemoglobin in your red blood cells bind the carbon monoxide but it sticks so strongly that it cannot get unloaded in the tissues where it's needed. Your organs then go into anaerobic (without oxygen) metabolism and the waste product is lactic acid. This as well adds to the vomiting.

Question 6

what are the best home remedies for carbon monoxide poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Call 911: There are no home remedies for carbon monoxide poisoning. It is essential to get to a healthcare facility with the ability to measure your carbon monoxide level and determine the correct treatment. Immediate oxygen therapy should always be used at high flow rates (i.e. 100%) and sometimes transport to a facility that can administer hyperbaric oxygen is necessary.

Question 7

left stove on 14 hours, could this have caused carbon monoxide poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Gas stoves could be faulty.  Get your home checked for carbon monoxide levels.  Detectors are available at numerous hardware stores, and by most codes, should be present in homes.  Your utility company could also check the situation.

Question 8

how do i report carbon monoxide poisoning if i think i was poisoned at work?

Accepted Answer

The fire department: If you have reason to suspect you may have excessive carbon monoxide levels in your office, the fire department can typically test the environment to check. If you are unsure a simple blood test at any emergency department can check for carbon monoxide poisoning.

Question 9

before you die do you have any signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Low level carbon monoxide exposure can cause headaches and nausea, higher levels can result in cherry red coloring of fingertips and nail beds.  Later, confusion and disorientation.

Question 10

is it possible for oil furnace to cause carbon monoxide poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Carb monoxide: Oil burning leaves much more cm than gaz is it does not burn as totally as gaz.

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