Salicylate poisoning
Salicylate poisoning
Salicylate poisoning (pronounced: sal-i-sil-ate poi-son-ing) is a potentially serious condition that occurs when an individual ingests a toxic amount of a salicylate, a type of compound found in various medications and substances, most notably aspirin.
Etymology
The term "salicylate" is derived from the Latin word salix, meaning "willow tree". This is because salicylates were first isolated from the bark of willow trees. The term "poisoning" comes from the Old French poison, meaning "a potion or deadly drink".
Symptoms
Symptoms of salicylate poisoning can vary widely and may include nausea, vomiting, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), hyperventilation, and diarrhea. In severe cases, it can lead to seizures, coma, and even death.
Causes
Salicylate poisoning is typically caused by an overdose of a salicylate-containing medication, such as aspirin. It can also occur from the ingestion of certain plants or substances that contain salicylates, or from the excessive use of topical salicylate-containing products.
Treatment
Treatment for salicylate poisoning typically involves gastric lavage (stomach pumping) or the administration of activated charcoal to absorb the salicylates in the stomach. In severe cases, hemodialysis may be required to remove the salicylates from the bloodstream.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Salicylate poisoning
- Wikipedia's article - Salicylate poisoning
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