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Suggest Remedy For Blurry Vision, Nausea, Headache And Cramps After Swallowing Anti Freeze
Ok. so i swallowed some anti freeze and got it in my eye and on my arms...... I m starting to show some symptoms of poisoning like nausea some blurred vision and my finger are taking a on a whitish hew....... also my arms are crampin a little and I m beginning to experiance a headache but don t wanna go to the er because i owe major bills already and am supposed to start a job in the morning......... will these symptoms pass or should i be concernt please tell me what to do
Wed, 15 Mar 2023
Hi,
You must seek medical attention immediately as ingesting or coming into contact with antifreeze can cause serious health problems and even be fatal. Do not wait for the symptoms to pass, as they could get worse over time. Antifreeze contains a chemical called ethylene glycol, which can cause damage to the central nervous system, kidneys, and other organs if ingested. Some symptoms of antifreeze poisoning include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, muscle cramps, and changes in skin color.
If you cannot afford to go to the emergency room, try calling the Poison Control Center. They can provide you with advice on what to do and help you determine if you need medical attention. In the meantime, if you have not already done so, rinse your eyes and skin thoroughly with water to remove any antifreeze that may be present. Do not induce vomiting or try to treat the symptoms yourself with home remedies. Seek professional medical help immediately.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
You must seek medical attention immediately as ingesting or coming into contact with antifreeze can cause serious health problems and even be fatal. Do not wait for the symptoms to pass, as they could get worse over time. Antifreeze contains a chemical called ethylene glycol, which can cause damage to the central nervous system, kidneys, and other organs if ingested. Some symptoms of antifreeze poisoning include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, muscle cramps, and changes in skin color.
If you cannot afford to go to the emergency room, try calling the Poison Control Center. They can provide you with advice on what to do and help you determine if you need medical attention. In the meantime, if you have not already done so, rinse your eyes and skin thoroughly with water to remove any antifreeze that may be present. Do not induce vomiting or try to treat the symptoms yourself with home remedies. Seek professional medical help immediately.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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