Harm of hydrogen sulfide

Hydrogen sulfide is highly toxic.

Hydrogen sulfide is an inorganic compound, generally gas and colorless. At low concentration, it smells like rotten eggs and is highly toxic. Hydrogen sulfide has a strong neurotoxin and a strong stimulating effect on mucosa. Hydrogen sulfide inhaled by people can cause respiratory tract and eye irritation, and long-term inhalation can cause olfactory nerve paralysis, pulmonary edema, and even death due to respiratory nerve paralysis in severe cases.