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Risks of Recreational Nitrous Oxide Use: Frostbite and Nerve Damage

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Source: Gizmodo
Risks of Recreational Nitrous Oxide Use: Frostbite and Nerve Damage
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A 23-year-old man developed frostbite in his mouth and throat after inhaling nitrous oxide from a whipped cream canister, highlighting the dangers of recreational use of 'whippets' which can cause cold-related injuries and other health risks.

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  1. A 23-Year-Old Man Got Frostbite From Using Whippets  Gizmodo
  2. A chilling risk of recreational nitrous oxide use: Frostbite  NBC News
  3. Whippet danger: Family warns nitrous oxide use can be deadly  WSB-TV
  4. Nitrous oxide: Laughing gas, Galaxy Gas sold in local stores no joke, experts say  Dayton Daily News
  5. Nitrous Oxide Side Effects From Long-Term Use Linked to Paralysis, Nerve Damage in Lawsuits  AboutLawsuits.com

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