NC woman warns of vaping dangers after stepson’s sudden death.
A Tragic Warning: The Dangers of Vaping
A North Carolina woman is sharing a heartbreaking story to raise awareness about the dangers of vaping devices. Charlene Zorn’s stepson, Solomon Wynn, tragically passed away after experiencing severe health issues linked to vaping.
It all started when 15-year-old Solomon developed a persistent cough. Concerned, his family took him to the primary care doctor, who initially diagnosed him with bronchitis. However, despite receiving treatment with steroids, inhalers, and antibiotics, Solomon’s condition did not improve.
Eventually, Solomon was referred to a pulmonologist who made a shocking discovery – the teenager had been vaping. “By looking at the test X-rays, she knew,” Zorn revealed.
Prior to the cough, Solomon had been a healthy and active young man. He played football and regularly went to the gym. However, he admitted to his doctor that he had been vaping. Zorn expressed her surprise, stating, “As parents, we had no clue. We had no indication that he had been vaping. It wasn’t something accessible to him at home. He got it through his friends.”
According to the report, Solomon’s friends had given him the vaping devices and showed him how to use them. The specific type of vape he used remains unconfirmed.
As the cough persisted, Solomon’s health rapidly declined. He lost strength and eventually became unable to walk. “His breathing had become labored,” Zorn explained. A CAT scan revealed fluid in his lungs and around his heart, leading to concerns about his cardiac health.
Tragically, on June 16, Solomon collapsed and was rushed to the hospital. He was placed on a ventilator but, despite efforts to save him, he was taken off life support.
A Plea to Stay Away from Vaping
Zorn is now urging Solomon’s peers to stay away from vaping. She shared her devastation, saying, ”All these things that we thought Solomon was going to do… None of those things are going to happen now. The vapes have all sorts of metals in them. They have strong nicotine that affects the lungs, turning them into what they call ‘popcorn lungs’.”
The tragic loss of Solomon highlights the serious risks associated with vaping. It serves as a reminder that these devices can have severe consequences, even for young and seemingly healthy individuals.
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Prior to the pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) had reported deaths related to a vaping and THC-related lung illness known as EVALI. Although EVALI deaths are no longer tracked, symptoms include respiratory issues, gastrointestinal problems, and constitutional symptoms like fever and weight loss, according to the CDC.
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