After the mysterious disease wave in the United States with more than 200 Concerned health experts are warning to be more careful in dealing with E-cigarettes. The “Centers for Disease Control and Prevention” (CDC) and the drug regulatory FDA warn in a joint press release in front of it,
Regardless of the current investigations, should E-cigarettes not, in principle, young people, young adults, pregnant women, and adults that currently use tobacco products. “If you are using E-cigarettes, you should pay attention to symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath and chest pain, and consult a doctor immediately if you have concerns about your health”, – stated in the message.
So far, 215 of the cases in 25 U.S. had been reported to the Federal States. More suspected cases are currently being examined. 22. August it became known that there has been a death in the family in the context of a serious lung disease. According to the Ministry of health in the state of Illinois a Person had died after she had been admitted to hospital with “a severe, unexplained respiratory illness to the hospital”.
Cannabis-active substances is suspected
So far, the cause of the disease is unclear. It is currently being investigated whether there were correlations between the disease and individual products or substances, authorities. Approximately 80 samples were taken, which are now being investigated. In many cases, the patient would have stated, to have the E-cigarette the active ingredients of Cannabis, THC or CBD was added.
The investigation was so difficult, because the patients showed different disease courses, the report says. Many patients reported a gradual onset of symptoms, including difficulty breathing to shortness of breath and chest pain. Other victims suffered, however, other symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, fever, or fatigue.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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