Poisoning Symptoms: Immediate and Delayed Recognition and Response

Immediate Symptoms

  • Burning mouth/throat
  • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain
  • Headache, dizziness, confusion, seizures

Delayed Symptoms

  • Liver, kidney, heart, lung, brain damage
  • Death

Emergency Response

Call 911 immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. For skin/eye contact: flush with water ≥15 minutes.

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