Sugar Editorial Picks
Sep 10, 2008 -
Many toothpaste makers also sell over-the-counter teeth whitening strips to help make your smile dazzle. If you have severe discoloration, these strips may not give you the results you're after. That's when professional teeth whitening may cross your mind, so here are some things you should know.
- 7 Comments
Other Search Results
Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Poisonous Ingredient
- Where Found
- Symptoms
- Home Treatment
- Before Calling Emergency
- Poison Control, or a local emergency number
- What to expect at the emergency room
- Expectations (prognosis)
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Hair bleach poisoning occurs when someone swallows this substance.
Alternative Names
Hair lightener poisoning
Poisonous Ingredient
- Ammonium persulfate
- Ethyl alcohol
- Hydrogen peroxide
Where Found
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Some hair bleaches
Note: This list may not include all sources of hair bleach.
Symptoms
- Abdominal pain
- Blurred vision
- Breathing difficulty
- Burning pain in the throat
- Burns to the eye
- Collapse
- Coma
-
Diarrhea (watery, bloody)
- Low blood pressure
- Inability to walk in a normal manner
- No urine output
- Rash
- Slurred speech
- Stupor
- Vomiting
Home Treatment
Seek immediate medical help.
- 0 Comments
Aug 07, 2009 -
Dear Fit,
I was at the health-food store and noticed chlorine-free tampons made with organic cotton. They cost $5.99 for a box of 20, and the ones I buy at the grocery store cost $6.99 for 40. Are they worth paying almost twice as much?
- 32 Comments
Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Poisonous Ingredient
- Where Found
- Symptoms
- Home Treatment
- Before Calling Emergency
- Poison Control, or a local emergency number
- What to expect at the emergency room
- Expectations (prognosis)
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Sodium hypochlorite is a chemical commonly found in bleach, water purifiers, and cleaning products.
Swallowing sodium hypochlorite can lead to poisoning. Breathing sodium hypochlorite fumes may also cause poisoning, especially if the product is mixed with ammonia.
- 0 Comments
Mar 09, 2009 -
A couple weeks ago, I reviewed Annie's Bunny Fruit Snacks. As much as I liked them, I was a little weirded out by one item on the list of ingredients — carnauba wax.
As unappetizing as it sounds, I know in my heart that a company like Annie's would never put anything unhealthy in their foods, right?
- 6 Comments
Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Poisonous Ingredient
- Where Found
- Symptoms
- Home Treatment
- Before Calling Emergency
- Poison Control, or a local emergency number
- What to expect at the emergency room
- Expectations (prognosis)
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Chlorinated lime is a white powder used for bleaching or disinfecting. Chlorinated lime poisoning occurs when someone swallows chlorinated lime.
Poisonous Ingredient
- Calcium hydroxide
- Calcium hypochlorite
Where Found
- Bleach
- Used in a number of manufacturing processes
Note: This list may not include all sources of chlorinated lime.
- 0 Comments
Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Poisonous Ingredient
- Where Found
- Symptoms
- Home Treatment
- Before Calling Emergency
- Poison Control, or a local emergency number
- What to expect at the emergency room
- Expectations (prognosis)
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Chlorine is a chemical that prevents bacteria from growing. Chlorine poisoning occurs when someone swallows or breathes in (inhales) chlorine.
Poisonous Ingredient
- Chlorine, which reacts with water in and out of the body to form hydrochloric acid and hypochlorous acid.
- 0 Comments
Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Poisonous Ingredient
- Where Found
- Symptoms
- Home Treatment
- Before Calling Emergency
- Poison Control, or a local emergency number
- What to expect at the emergency room
- Expectations (prognosis)
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Hydrogen peroxide is a liquid commonly used to fight germs. Hydrogen peroxide poisoning occurs when large amounts of the liquid come in contact with the lungs or eyes.
Poisonous Ingredient
Hydrogen peroxide
Where Found
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Hair bleach
- Some contact lens disinfectants
Note: Household hydrogen peroxide has a 3% concentration.That means it contains 97% water and 3% hydrogen peroxide.
- 0 Comments
Sep 03, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Causes, incidence, and risk factors
- Symptoms
- Signs and tests
- Treatment
- Expectations (prognosis)
- Complications
- Calling your health care provider
- Prevention
Illustrations
Hanta virus
Respiratory system overview
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Hantavirus is a disease characterized by symptoms that resemble the flu, followed by respiratory failure.
Alternative Names
Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Hantavirus has probably caused people to get sick for years in the United States, but it was not recognized until recently.
A 1993 outbreak of fatal respiratory illness on an Indian reservation in the Four Corners area led epidemiologists to the discovery of hantavirus as the cause.
- 0 Comments
Sep 03, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Considerations
- Symptoms
- First Aid
- Do Not
- Call immediately for emergency medical assistance if
- Prevention
Illustrations
Burns
First aid kit
Skin layers
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Chemicals that touch skin can cause a limited skin reaction, an overall body reaction, or both.
Alternative Names
Burn from chemicals
Considerations
Chemical exposure is not always obvious. You should suspect chemical exposure if an otherwise healthy person becomes ill for no apparent reason, particularly if an empty chemical container is found nearby.
- 0 Comments