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How Likely Is It That It May Cause Some Weird Symptoms?

Posted on 11 hours ago

Question: Hi, I am worried because I broke a mercury thermometer yesterday, and my boyfriend vacuumed it without knowing that's how it becomes toxic. We didn't sleep in the room last night and left the window open since last night. There was a bit of mercury still on the ground but I managed to scoop all of the smaller particles up and at the end it looked like nothing was left there. Should I be worried about the vapors that the vacuum had done while cleaning? When can I return back to the room? We will dispose of the vacuum in a safe manner. How likely is it that it may cause some weird symptoms? And how can I get rid of those vapors?

Answered by Dr. Shyam B. Kale (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Maintain proper ventilation....

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I have gone through your query and here is my advice.

Usually mercury thermometer contains less amount of mercury and you don't have symptoms, So nothing to be concerned.

Still open all windows and doors for at least 24 hrs. Maintain proper ventilation.

Kindly collect all remaining beads on paper towel and place it in zip locking bag. Wear gloves properly. Hand over that Labelled bag to local health authority.

Watch for symptoms like headache, irritable, lack of sleep, tremors/shivering than you may require urgent medical care.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,

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