At a Melbourne hospital, nitrous oxide users are presenting with psychosis

Nitrous oxide users are presenting with psychosis symptoms at a Melbourne hospital in growing numbers, psychiatrist Soumitra Das reported. A review of 23 patients over four years found nearly half exhibited psychosis and over one-third reported suicidal ideation. Prolonged use can cause vitamin B12 deficiency linked to irreversible neurological damage.

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