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The Dangers of Smoking Stool Syndrome

White phosphorus is a chemical substance that can be extremely dangerous when humans come in contact with it. This substance is used in many different production and industrial applications. These applications range from military smokescreen manufacturing to farm fertilizers. If a worker happens to ingest this phosphorus at any point while at work, the results can prove extremely dangerous and very painful. Known as smoking stool syndrome, the introduction of sizeable amounts of phosphorus into the human body can prove incredibly destructive.

If you are suffering from a work-related injury or medical condition, such as smoking stool syndrome, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., by calling 800-346-5529 today.

Symptoms of Smoking Stool Syndrome

Although phosphorus is a basic part of the human body’s chemical make-up, it should not be ingested in any sizeable amount, as this can result in very serious health problems. In part, this is because white phosphorus can ignite when it comes into contact with air. If phosphorus is somehow ingested by a worker, the resulting condition can prove very painful.

Smoking stool syndrome, a potential effect of ingesting white phosphorus, can have the following symptoms:

  • Visibly smoking feces
  • Severe burns
  • Vomiting
  • Thirst
  • Diarrhea
  • Liver and kidney damage
  • Heart damage
  • Garlic-smelling breath

In excessive doses, phosphorus ingestion can prove fatal. If these symptoms are present, a worker should seek immediate treatment for his or her condition.

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If you have suffered from this condition or related organ damage from exposure to phosphorus in the course of work-related activities, there may be financial assistance available to you. To discuss your options, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., today at 800-346-5529.