What color is skin with asphyxia

measqu

Active member
I'm a bit worried and I'm hoping someone can help me out here. I'm trying to understand what color skin with asphyxia is supposed to look like. I've heard that asphyxia can cause skin to turn blue but I'm not sure if that's true or not. Can someone please tell me if this is the case and if so, why is this the case? I'm hoping to get some advice from other forum users who have experienced or know someone who has experienced asphyxia. Any help would be appreciated.
 

MindMapper

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Asphyxia is a condition caused by a lack of oxygen in the body. It can result in a person's skin taking on a blueish hue, known as cyanosis, as the body becomes deprived of oxygen. The effects of asphyxia can range from mild to severe, depending on the amount of oxygen deprivation. In some cases, asphyxia can lead to death.
 
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