Asphyxia

Asphyxia occurs when too little oxygen gets to the lungs, and too much carbon dioxide accumulates in the lungs.  The human body requires a certain amount oxygen to survive, and it will die unless it receives a constant supply.

If the muscles of the diaphragm do not work properly, the body will asphyxiate in about four minutes time.

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