Patient's question:
Doctor, I accidentally broke the thermometer on the bed. Will it be harmful to the human body? What should I pay attention to?Doctor's answer:
The thermometer broke on the bed, and some pieces haven't been found yet. You need to take off the sheets and pillowcases, and shake them out in front of the drain. Because mercury is very heavy, it will fall off when shaken. Then wash the sheets and pillowcases. Make sure to clean the bed and the floor thoroughly, and open the windows for ventilation.Mercury in the thermometer contains mercury, which is a heavy metal and can cause certain damage to the body. It is recommended to change the sheets promptly. After changing the sheets, shake them out to remove residual mercury before washing them.