Hydrocarbon poisoning

Other names| Hydrocarbon toxicity, hydrocarbon ingestion
Specialty| Toxicology
Treatment| Supportive care[1]

Hydrocarbon poisoning is either the swallowing or breathing in of hydrocarbons.[1] Swallowing hydrocarbons may result in symptoms include coughing or vomiting.[1] Breathing in hydrocarbons may result in low blood oxygen and shortness of breath.[1] Complications may include confusion or seizures.[1]

Hydrocarbons may include gasoline, mineral oil, or paint thinner.[1] Treatment is supportive care.[1] Efforts to empty the stomach are not recommended.[1]

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 "Hydrocarbon Poisoning - Injuries; Poisoning". https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/injuries-poisoning/poisoning/hydrocarbon-poisoning. Retrieved 21 December 2019.

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