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Suggest Treatment For Symptoms Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

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Posted on Wed, 25 Jan 2017
Question: My husband and I were both exposed to Carbon Monoxide due to back-venting of our furnace from our fireplace. The utility company came and checked our house and said that the CO is gone but we both have headaches and feel nauseous. Do we need to see a doctor or will the symptoms go away?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (50 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Go to ER.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is a condition that always is considered life-threatening even in mild cases, so, getting medical evaluation is indispensable.

Go to ER.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Kind regards.
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Suggest Treatment For Symptoms Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Brief Answer: Go to ER. Detailed Answer: Hello and thanks for using HCM. I have read your question and understand your concerns. Carbon monoxide poisoning is a condition that always is considered life-threatening even in mild cases, so, getting medical evaluation is indispensable. Go to ER. Hope you found the answer helpful. Kind regards.