Blake A. Froberg, MD - Toxicology - Hospitalist - Pediatrics

Blake A. Froberg, MD

Toxicology, Hospitalist, Pediatrics

Employed Provider

Hospital-Based Provider Only

Specialties
  • Toxicology
  • Hospitalist
  • Pediatrics
Education
  • School of Medicine: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
  • Internship: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
  • Residency: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
  • Fellowship: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Hospitals & Affiliations
  • Riley Physicians
  • IU Health Medical Group
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Nitrous oxide abuse: The effect of whippets on your brain

A growing number of young people are abusing nitrous oxide gas for a high. Often referred to as “whippets,” the misuse of nitrous oxide occurs by inhaling or “huffing” it through small, steel canisters. These are often found in whipped cream dispensers. Users also get nitrous oxide by releasing the gas into a balloon and breathing it in from there. Nitrous oxide is legal to purchase in certain forms, allowing access for minors and adults.

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