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I believe i inhaled a large amount of calcium sulfate and now am having a hard time catching my breath, what can i do to breathe again?
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Call poison control: Hi. Calcium sulfate is not made to go in the airway. It sounds like you should call poison control sooner than later. If breathing is difficult, go to ER and let THEM call poison control.
Answered 10/1/2014
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See your doctor: I assume this was an acute exposure, and not a chronic one of weeks, months or years duration. If you are still having shortness of breath, see your doctor to see if you require oxygen, and for spirometry or pulmonary function testing for an updated treatment plan. Hope that helps.
Answered 9/30/2014
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