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I accidentally broke the energy-saving lamp at home just now. What's in the energy-saving lamp? It is harmful to people's health. What should I do?

There are fluorescent substances in energy-saving lamps, usually fluorescent powder, which is harmless to the body;

Energy-saving lamps also contain a small amount of "mercury" If excessive mercury vapor is inhaled, there may be mild mercury poisoning.

For example, redness, blisters, ulcers and white lesions may appear in the mouth.

The skin may appear congestion, rash, itching and swelling, and the patch test is positive.

Feel dry throat pain, respiratory secretions similar to cold symptoms, occasional abdominal pain, diarrhea, and even vomiting.

If the above symptoms appear, you should seek medical attention immediately.

If there is no response, don't be overly nervous, just stay away from infection and pay attention to indoor ventilation.