How to detoxify mild carbon monoxide poisoning

Mild carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when the level of carboxyhemoglobin in a patient's blood ranges between 10% and 20%. The patient may experience mild symptoms such as dizziness, headache, palpitations, and anxiety. Immediate measures including removal from the contaminated environment, oxygen therapy, and medication can help alleviate symptoms. Specific steps are as follows:

1. The patient should promptly leave the contaminated environment and go to an open area with fresh, circulating air to perform deep breathing. After ten or more deep breaths, most patients will show improvement in their condition.

2. After being moved to a place with fresh air, patients with mild poisoning should receive oxygen via nasal cannula or face mask under medical supervision.

3. Once the patient's condition begins to improve after leaving the carbon monoxide environment, they should proceed to a hospital accompanied by family members. Under a doctor’s guidance, they may take neurotrophic medications such as monosialotetrahexosyl ganglioside sodium or vitamin B12 tablets.

If symptoms of mild carbon monoxide poisoning do not improve, the patient should promptly visit an internal medicine or emergency department. Relevant tests such as complete blood count and blood oxygen saturation monitoring should be completed. If poisoning persists, hyperbaric oxygen therapy may be required under medical supervision to improve the condition.