Table 2. Initial Clincal Effects
of Sulfur Mustard Exposure |
Eyes |
Mild |
Tearing
Itching
Burning
Gritty Feelings |
4 - 12 hours |
|
Moderate |
Above Effects Plus:
Reddeining
Lid Edema
Moderate Pain |
3 - 6 hours |
|
Severe |
Marked Lid Edema
Corneal Damage
Severe Pain |
1 - 2 hours |
Airway |
Mild |
Rhinorrhea
Sneezing
Epistaxix
Hoarseness
Hacking Cough |
6 - 24 hours |
|
Severe |
Above Effects Plus:
Productive Cough
Mild to Severe Dyspnea |
2 - 6 hours |