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Dr. Blaine Benson is a semi-retired, nationally renowned and widely-published clinical toxicologist, investigator and educator.
Act fast in a poison emergency. Seek help from Poison Control online or by phone and follow these first aid measures.
The peace lily is one of the most common household plants Poison Control is called about. The flowers, leaves, and stems of the peace lily contain very small, insoluble calcium oxalate crystal that can cause immediate mouth and throat irritation if chewed or swallowed.
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Methylprednisolone is a steroid medication commonly prescribed for various conditions, including severe allergies, inflammation, breathing disorders, or ulcerative colitis. Methylprednisolone should be taken as prescribed to minimize the risk of side effects, ranging from mood changes to increased hunger.
Not everyone who is poisoned contacts Poison Control for help. Now that there is an online option for expert Poison Control guidance, more people can get the help they need, the way they prefer to receive information. View the infographic for more information.
Calla lilies are common household and garden plants, and are frequently ingested by curious children. Calla lilies release microscopic needle-like crystals, resulting in immediate burning, pain and irritation. Severe or life-threatening symptoms are rare.
Vitamin D, along with calcium, is essential for developing and maintaining strong bones and muscles. Some researchers have associated low vitamin D levels with chronic illnesses, but research findings about the health consequences of low vitamin D are not consistent. Taking higher doses of vitamin D should be done only with the recommendation and supervision of a health professional.
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