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Poisoning
Dr Chris Brown tell you how to help a person who has been poisoned
What is it?
Poisoning can occur in many ways. Poisons, of course, can be swallowed. However, children can also be poisoned from inhaling fumes, getting splashed in the eye, or having the poison on the skin. The most at-risk group for accidental poisoning is children under the age of 5, and around 20 children die each year in the UK from acute poisoning.
What are the symptoms?
Symptoms depend upon the poison and manner in which the exposure occurred. Many poisonings happen without direct observation. Therefore, a parent must keep a wary eye out for possible ways their children can come into contact with dangerous chemicals and medications. In addition, parents must be aware of symptoms that might suggest the child has been exposed to a toxic substance. These symptoms include:
- Burns on the lips or in the mouth, or excessive drooling
- Unexplained stains on the clothing
- Unexplained odours on the clothing
- Excessive sleepiness and ‘not acting right’
- Nausea or vomiting without other signs of illness, such as fever
- Difficulty breathing
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