Poisoning and chemical burns

poisoning

Especially with smaller children it sometimes happens that poisoning occurs in the household. The reason is either the use of parental medication or chemical substances such as dish soap, detergents, cleaning agents and paints. As soon as the parents notice this process, the corresponding agent must be removed from the child immediately and kept out of reach. It must always be assumed that the child has already consumed a certain amount of the substance. Even if the child denies this (possibly out of fear of anger), the worst must always be feared in this case. A doctor should always be consulted. They will then adjust the treatment according to the substance or medication taken.

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In addition to the type of material, the time that has already passed is also very important. If not much time has passed, vomiting produced in the child can still transport the substance out of the body. If some time has passed, you can still try to get rid of the toxin with the help of gastric lavage. In the case of caustic or foaming chemicals, vomiting should not be induced, as this can lead to burns and foaming obstructions. In the most severe case, hemodialysis (Blood washing) attempt to filter the absorbed toxins from the blood. In any case, the child must remain in the hospital for observation, since the corresponding effects can only occur hours later after ingestion. The most important criterion, especially for parents, is to keep chemicals and medication out of the reach of children.

Chemical burn

Mostly on Jobs but also at times in home environment It comes to acid burns of the skin different body regions. The cause is either corrosive chemicals used for cleaning, which have come into contact with the skin through carelessness, or, among hobby restorers, skin contact with corrosive paint strippers.

In the case of chemical burns, a doctor should always be consulted, as it is possible that a corresponding number of skin layers have been destroyed and one Skin graft becomes necessary. As a first measure you should immediately try to remove the corrosive substance from the skin under running water. After cleansing, the skin should be covered with sterile skin before consulting a doctor.

It comes to one Eye involvement the eye must be rinsed immediately for several minutes. Since most households probably don't have an eye wash bottle, they should eye may be stopped by force and rinsed under running water. A doctor must then be consulted immediately or an emergency doctor should be notified. Inhalation can also cause burns to the respiratory tract. In this case, a doctor should definitely be consulted. A Chemical burns to the airways makes itself felt to cough and a burning and stabbing sensation of the upper airways.