ArticleClinical practice and cases in emergency medicine2023
A Case Report of Nitrous Oxide-induced Myelopathy: An Unusual Cause of Weakness in an Emergency Department.
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Abstract
introductionWeakness is a common symptom that within itself does not indicate a specific diagnosis. Recreational inhalant use such as nitrous oxide (NO) may not often be disclosed. Additionally, professional or occupational history, such as being a dentist or dental assistant, should be determined because of higher reported rates of NO misuse. Nitrous oxide can cause vitamin B CASE REPORT: A 33-year-old female presented to the emergency department with progressive bilateral leg numbness and objective weakness after repeated recreational NO use. After an extensive workup, she was found to have vitamin B
conclusionThe use of recreational inhalant and the patient's occupation should be considered when a patient presents with weakness. Obtaining vitamin B
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