Carbon Monoxide Poisoning (cont.)
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- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Overview
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Causes
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Next Steps
- Prevention
- Outlook
- For More Information
- Web Links
- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
Outlook
The prognosis for a person with carbon monoxide poisoning is difficult to predict.
- Death can result from severe cases.
- Even with proper treatment, some people develop long-term brain damage, resulting in complications such as severe memory loss, difficulty thinking, or other neurologic or psychiatric problems.
- Others appear to have no long-term problems.
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Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas produced by incomplete combustion of carbonaceous material.
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