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Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless gas and weights about the
same as air. It is a common by-product of incomplete combustion, produce
when fossil fuels (like oil, gas or coal) burn. Because you can’t see,
taste, or smell it, carbon monoxide can kill you before you know it’s
there. Exposure to lower levels over time can make you sick.
For more information visit
www.carbon-monoxide-poisoning.com.
Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Low levels of carbon monoxide poisoning can be confused with flu symptoms,
food poisoning or other illnesses and can have a long term health risk if left
unattended. Some of the symptoms are the following.
- Shortness of breath
- Mild nausea
- Mild headaches
Moderate levels of CO exposure can cause death if the following symptoms
persist for a long measure of time.
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Light-headedness
High levels of CO can be fatal causing death within minutes.
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