An Idaho mother says her son became temporarily paralyzed after inhaling nitrous oxide to get high; after rehabilitation, he can now move with a walker. He first reported numbness in his hands and feet in early August, and she is sharing his experience as a warning.
Yale School of Medicine says recreational inhalation can disrupt vitamin B12 metabolism; because B12 helps maintain the protective coating around nerves, the damage can be reversed if treated early. The FDA warns that intentional misuse or inhalation can cause serious adverse health events, including death.
Anderson criticized manufacturers over colorful, flavored canisters, saying they target young people and harm families.
