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Chelonitoxism is a rare and potentially life-threatening disease that occurs due to consumption of contaminated sea turtle meat. There is no known antidote for chelonitoxism, but the disease can be prevented by avoiding the consumption of raw or cooked sea turtles.
Warm temperatures, sunlight, and added nutrients can cause an overgrowth or “bloom” of algae in bodies of water. Some algae produce toxins that can poison people or animals when they swallow, swim in, or inhale the water or when they eat fish that live there.
Xylazine, also known as "tranq," is a powerful animal tranquilizer. Although it is not intended for human use, xylazine is a common contaminant of illicit drugs in the U.S. It can worsen toxic effects of some drugs. Xylazine use causes sleepiness and a slow respiratory rate and might result in development of necrotic skin wounds (skin wounds with dead tissue).
Laundry fragrance boosters are intended to extend the smell of fresh laundry for weeks beyond the wash date. Currently available products are relatively safe, even when swallowed by children.
Shortly after a hurricane in Texas, 75% of children treated for carbon monoxide poisoning had been playing video games powered by portable generators.
More and more children are being injured, or even dying, from swallowing button or disk batteries. This tragedy can be prevented. Batteries stuck in the esophagus must be removed as quickly as possible as severe damage can occur in just 2 hours. Batteries in the nose or ear also must be removed immediately to avoid permanent damage.
Some toys are dangerous when swallowed. Small toys are a choking hazard. Ingesting strong magnets or button batteries can cause damage to the digestive tract. Chemistry kits may contain chemicals that cause burns or systemic toxicity. Water beads and similar toys expand when swallowed leading to intestinal blockage and perforation. Lead may be present in painted toys from outside the US.
Powdered infant formula is not required to be sterile, and in rare cases it may be contaminated with bacteria. Cronobacter contamination of powdered infant formula can cause serious illness in infants, including meningitis and death.
Clonidine and guanfacine began as treatments for hypertension but have been found useful in managing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Both drugs can cause adverse effects such as drowsiness, headache, dry mouth, and slowed heart rate, which can be intensified after an overdose. Swallowing even one tablet or coming in contact with a patch can cause toxicity in a child.
Borates are naturally occurring compounds with a wide variety of uses, including in cleaning products, insecticides, and solutions for skin and eyes. Borates can come in a variety of forms, most commonly boric acid and borax. Follow product instructions when using borates. If someone ingests a borate, seek immediate medical attention.
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