Propane
Definition Propane is a colorless and odorless flammable gas at ambient temperatures. It can be toxic when inhaled because it displaces the oxygen in your lungs and essentially prevents your lungs from breathing.
Symptoms & Signs
Symptoms of propane ingestion:
- body as a whole
- fever
- weakness
- convulsions
- pains in arms and legs
- numbness in arms and legs
- burning sensations
- respiratory (if inhaled into the lungs)
- skin exposure
- irritation
- burns possible if prolonged contact occurred
- gastrointestinal
- heart and blood vessels
- nervous system
Symptoms of propane inhalation:
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