Who is huffing?
Damage to Body Caused by Inhalants: Acoustic nerve and muscle Destruction of cells that relay sound to the brain may cause deafness. Blood The oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood can be inhibited. Bone marrow Components containing benzene have been shown to cause leukemia. Brain Damage is also caused to the cerebral cortex and the cerebellum, resulting in personality changes, memory impairment, hallucinations, loss of coordination, and slurred speech. Heart Sudden sniffing death (SSD) syndrome,* an unexpected disturbance in the heart’s rhythm, may cause fatal cardiac arrhythmias (heart failure). Kidneys The kidney’s ability to control the amount of acid in the blood may be impaired. Kidney stones may develop after use is terminated. Liver Gathering of fatty tissue may cause liver damage. Lungs Damaged lungs and impaired breathing occurs with repeated use. Muscle Chronic use can lead to muscle wasting and reduced muscle tone and strength. Peripheral nervous system Damage to the nerves
