大量吸烟中毒的Symptoms有哪些
Sep 04, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
一般情况下，大量吸烟可能会出现恶心呕吐、Headache、眩晕、心动过速、癫痫发作等中毒Symptoms。吸烟中毒的Symptoms之一就是呕吐。香烟当中含有大量的尼古丁，尼古丁会使人体产生呕吐反应。除此之外，大量吸烟还会出现胃疼、焦躁、呼吸困难等Symptoms。
In general, heavy smoking may lead to symptoms of poisoning such as nausea and vomiting, headache, dizziness, tachycardia, and seizures. The specific analysis is as follows:
1. Nausea and Vomiting
Vomiting is one of the symptoms of nicotine poisoning. Cigarettes contain large amounts of nicotine, which can trigger a vomiting reflex in the human body. Excessive smoking increases the level of nicotine in the body, and vomiting serves as a natural defense mechanism to expel the excess toxin. Usually, removing oneself from the smoking environment immediately, breathing fresh air, and ensuring good ventilation can help alleviate the symptoms of poisoning.
2. Headache
Excessive smoking can cause nicotine-induced vasoconstriction, reducing blood flow to the brain and resulting in headaches. It is recommended that patients promptly move to a well-ventilated area to rest, drink plenty of warm water, and apply warm compresses or massage the head. These measures can help accelerate circulation and promote the elimination of harmful cigarette components from the body.
3. Dizziness
Nicotine causes blood vessel constriction, reducing oxygen supply to the brain, which may lead to dizziness. Patients may take medications such as Ginkgo Leaf Tablets or Yangxue Qingnao Granules as directed by a physician.
4. Tachycardia
Tachycardia is a common symptom of smoking-related poisoning. Heavy smoking introduces excessive nicotine into the body, increasing heart rate. When tachycardia occurs, it often leads to facial flushing, chest pain, and headaches. Patients may take antiarrhythmic medications such as Propafenone Hydrochloride Tablets or Verapamil Hydrochloride Tablets under medical guidance.
5. Seizures
Seizures are also a common symptom of smoking-induced nicotine toxicity. Nicotine overdose increases the secretion of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter. Excessively high levels of acetylcholine can disrupt normal nerve function, leading to muscle twitching or convulsions, and in severe cases, triggering epileptic seizures. Medications such as Carbamazepine Tablets or Lamotrigine Tablets may be taken as prescribed by a doctor.
In addition, heavy smoking may also cause stomach pain, irritability, and difficulty breathing. If any discomfort occurs, individuals should seek prompt medical attention to avoid delays in diagnosis and treatment.
