More than 70 acute pediatric presentations are covered in a signs and symptoms section designed with side tabs for easy access. [books.google.com]

It’s difficult to test for acetone because of the amount naturally present in the body. Your doctor will look for high levels of acetone and ketones and physical symptoms to diagnose you. [healthline.com]

If blisters are present, an evaluation by a physician will be necessary. Hydrocarbons cause severe eye irritation and possibly corneal abrasions, which are scratches on the protective covering of the eye. [chop.edu]

If another adult is present, ask for help holding your child while you run the water toward the inside of the eye to flush out the toxic substance. If you're alone, wrap your child tightly in a towel or blanket and hold her under one arm. [babycenter.com]

• Nausea

  The symptoms and signs of poisoning are nausea, vomiting, prostration, intense gray blue cyanosis, convulsions, and coma (Sollmann). As with other benzene derivatives, there is a direct toxic effect FULL TEXT [annals.org]

  Severity of symptoms can range from headache and nausea to convulsions and death. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

  Toxidromes/Toxic Symptoms and Antidotes Type of poisoning Agents Toxidromes/toxic symptoms Antidotes Acetaminophen Acetaminophen Abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting, elevated aspartate transaminase level (greater than 1,000 IU per L after 24 hours), jaundice [aafp.org]

  In the worst case, swallowing hydrocarbons causes nausea, mild stomach discomfort and belching. The hydrocarbon will pass harmlessly through the bowels. Aspirating hydrocarbons causes more problems than swallowing them. [chop.edu]

  As the exposure continues, nausea, vomiting, heart palpitations, unconsciousness, and even death are possible. It's a good idea to install a carbon monoxide detector in your home and to test it regularly, along with your smoke detectors. [babycenter.com]

• Abdominal Pain

  Polish Poisoning may include: If the product is inhaled, it may lead to: Fever and lethargy Asphyxiation, due to lack of oxygen Breathing difficulties, if the fumes of the solution are inhaled If the product is swallowed, it may lead to: Severe stomach/abdominal [dovemed.com]

  Manifestations of acute poisoning include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and collapse. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

  The signs and symptoms often occur within 30 minutes after ingestion and include the following: Respiratory depression CNS depression Abdominal pain Gastritis Hematemesis Hypovolemia Managing Isopropanol Poisoning ACLS Supportive Care: Ensure an adequate [medictests.com]

  Toxidromes/Toxic Symptoms and Antidotes Type of poisoning Agents Toxidromes/toxic symptoms Antidotes Acetaminophen Acetaminophen Abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting, elevated aspartate transaminase level (greater than 1,000 IU per L after 24 hours), jaundice [aafp.org]

• Palpitations

  This edition's highlights include new chapters on palpitations, cystic fibrosis, travel related emergencies, and ultrasound and a new appendix on practice pathways. [books.google.com]

  As the exposure continues, nausea, vomiting, heart palpitations, unconsciousness, and even death are possible. It's a good idea to install a carbon monoxide detector in your home and to test it regularly, along with your smoke detectors. [babycenter.com]

• Formication

  Preventing methanol from converting to formic acid : This may be accomplished by administering ethanol, that's right, booze! It has a 9 times greater affinity for the enzyme that creates formic acid. [medictests.com]

• Headache

  […] the following can occur: Fever Inflammation of the lungs Infection of the lungs (secondary pneumonia) Collapsed lung Fluid around the lung Lung bleeding Asphyxia Low blood pressure or shock Respiratory failure Stupor Seizures Coma Confusion Sleepiness Headache [medlineplus.gov]

  Mild acetone poisoning symptoms include: headache slurred speech lethargy lack of coordination a sweet taste in the mouth Severe symptoms are very rare and include: coma low blood pressure deep stupor Acetone poisoning can be life-threatening. [healthline.com]

  Early signs are headache, dizziness, and sleepiness. As the exposure continues, nausea, vomiting, heart palpitations, unconsciousness, and even death are possible. [babycenter.com]

  Severity of symptoms can range from headache and nausea to convulsions and death. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Written by one of the most eminent pediatric radiologists, this popular textbook is a practical, concise, and easy-to-read guide to the radiologic workup of acute illnesses and injuries in children. [books.google.com]

If the person has stopped coughing and choking, particularly if the ingestion was small and accidental, treatment at home is possible. Home treatment should be discussed with someone at a poison center. [merckmanuals.com]

There may be variations in treatment that your pediatrician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances. [healthychildren.org]

However, selective laboratory studies can provide vital information to guide monitoring and treatment. [aafp.org]

Get rid of substances used for old-fashioned treatments such as oil of wintergreen, boric acid, ammoniated mercury, oil of turpentine, and camphorated oil. [paradisepeds.org]

In case of complications, such as aspiration of the substance into the lungs, the prognosis may be adversely affected Generally, wood polishes are dangerous substances to swallow. [dovemed.com]

Prognosis The outcome of poisoning varies from complete recovery to death, and depends on the type and amount of the poison, the health of the victim, and the speed with which medical care is obtained. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Epidemiology of pediatric poison exposures: an analysis of 2003 poison control center data. Clin Pediatr Emerg Med. 2005;6(2):68–75. 7. Osterhoudt K. The toxic toddler: drugs that can kill in small doses. Contemp Pediatr. 2000;3:73–88. 8. [aafp.org]

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Poisoning Prevention, April 2016. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, PROTECT Initiative: Advancing Children’s Medication Safety, October 2017. [whattoexpect.com]

This position can aid in the prevention of aspiration if vomiting occurs, and it may, believe it! [medictests.com]

Prevention is very important, because aspirating a hydrocarbon is so dangerous. Always re-close the child resistant caps. Lock oils and other hydrocarbons out of children's reach - even bottles of baby oil! [poison.org]

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers tips to prevent and to treat exposures to poison. To Prevent Poisoning in Your Home: Most poisonings occur when parents or caregivers are home but not paying attention. [healthychildren.org]

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