A 36-year-old member asked:
Left stove on 14 hours, could this have caused carbon monoxide poisoning?
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Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 54 years experience
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.
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Dr. Eric Levin commented
Psychiatry 43 years experience
some local fire companies offer them for free!
Jul 5, 2013
Dr. Holly Maes commented
Pediatrics 38 years experience
Local fire department will also check level acutely if you are concerned..
Dec 13, 2020
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A 39-year-old member asked:
If I left the stove for 8 hours can I get carbon monoxide poisoning?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Julian Bragganswered
Neurology 19 years experience
Typically not: While this is possible, proper ventilation and maintenance should prevent carbon monoxide from forming and building up. A home carbon monoxide detector can help make sure you are not in danger.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
Do I have carbon monoxide poisoning? I left stove on for 12 hours..
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Dr. Kerrie Pinkneyanswered
Palliative Care 29 years experience
Probably not : But you don't give enough information. I would assume you have a gas stove. You give no symptoms. If you have headache, dizziness, and nausea, these are the most common symptoms. If you can improve the ventilation in the home and do not leave the stove on. Please note these symptoms are also common with other things as well.
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