Toxic Inhalation Injuries
Toxic Inhalation injuries commonly occur at the workplace or in the home. The result of such an injury can commonly lead to permanent brain damage, and to a lifetime of multiple chemical sensitivity.
Some occupations that may be at risk are:
- Electricians
- Refinery Workers/ Oil Field Workers
- HVAC Workers
- Medical Professionals
- Construction Workers
- Auto Mechanics
- Factory/Mill Workers
- Textile Workers
- Woodworkers
- Welders
- Maritime Workers
- Coal Miners
Examples of hazardous inhalants are:
- Methane
- Hydrogen Sulfide
- Coal dust
- Silica
- Petro chemicals
- Benzene
- Formaldehyde
- Pesticides
- Solvents
Symptoms of a Toxic Inhalation Can Include:
- Vision impairment
- Skin Disorders
- Chemical Burns
- Brain damage
- Cancer
- Occupational Asthma
- Lung Scarring
- Multiple chemical sensitivity