Poisoning

Poison is any substance (liquid, solid, gas), that is harmful to the body, when ingested, inhaled, injected or absorbed through the skin

Mercury toxicity

Mercury in any form is poisonous. Poisoning can result from mercury vapour inhalation, mercury injection and absorption of mercury through the skin

Petroleum compounds poisoning

Petroleum Compounds Poisons examples includes kerosene, turpentine substitutes and petrol

Management of Ingested Poisons

Ingestion is the most common route of poisoning worldwide. Toxic exposure should be suspected in any patient presenting with unexplained altered mental status, metabolic derangement, or multi-system symptoms, regardless of a reported history of ingestion.

Corrosive compounds poisoning

Corrosive poisoning results from ingestion, inhalation, or contact with strong acids or alkalis that cause chemical burns to tissues. Injury begins immediately after exposure and may progress for hours to days.

Opioid poisoning

Opiate intoxication can occur any time from birth (Delivery/ maternal opiod usage) to terminal care.