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Definition
Anti-rust products contain various toxic substances that can be ingested by small children, or they may be accidentally inhaled if they are being used in a small, poorly-ventilated area, such as a garage.
Poisonous Ingredient
Where Found
Symptoms
Home Treatment
Seek emergency medical care immediately. If the patient is awake, give water to dilute. Do not induce vomiting.
Before Calling Emergency
Determine the following information:Poison Control, or a local emergency number
They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.What to expect at the emergency room
Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:
Expectations (prognosis)
The prognosis (probable outcome) depends on how rapidly the poisons were diluted and neutralized. Extensive damage to the mouth, throat, eyes, lungs, esophagus, nose, and stomach are possible.
The ultimate outcome depends on the extent of this damage. Damage continues to occur to the kidneys, liver, esophagus and stomach for several weeks after the substance was swallowed, and death may occur as long as a month later.
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