Affiliation:
1. Psychiatrie LMU, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Medizinische Fakultät, München, Germany
Abstract
AbstractEthyl chloride spray, which is usually used to relieve pain after injuries, is
increasingly being used as a sniffing alternative. The number of people using
this is rising due to its easy availability, cost-effectiveness and legality.
The high lipid solubility of ethyl chloride leads to a rapid absorption of it in
the lungs. However, data on the biotransformation of ethyl chloride in humans
are sparse. We present the case of a 53-year-old male who had been inhaling
ethyl chloride up to 3 times a week since 25 years, and describe his symptoms
and the circumstances of abuse. This should help raise awareness of this issue
so that abuse can be recognized early and rapid action taken.
Subject
Psychiatry and Mental health,Neurology (clinical),Neurology
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