Mercuric oxide poisoning

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Mercuric oxide poisoning

Definition

Mercuric oxide is a form of mercury. It is a type of mercury salt. There are different types of mercury poisonings. This article discusses poisoning from swallowing mercuric oxide.

Poisonous Ingredient

Mercuric oxide

Where Found

Mercuric oxide may be found in some:

Button batteries (batteries containing mercury are no longer sold in the United States)
Disinfectants
Fungicides

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Symptoms & Signs

Abdominal pain (severe)
Bloody diarrhea
Decreased urine output (may stop completely)
Drooling
Extreme difficulty breathing
Metallic taste in the mouth
Mouth sores
Throat swelling (swelling may cause throat to close)
Shock
Vomiting

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Mercuric oxide poisoning : Definition
Mercuric oxide poisoning : Poisonous Ingredient
Mercuric oxide poisoning : Where Found
Mercuric oxide poisoning : Symptoms & Signs
Mercuric oxide poisoning : Home Treatment
Mercuric oxide poisoning : Before Calling Emergency
Mercuric oxide poisoning : Poison Control, or a Local Emergency Number
Mercuric oxide poisoning : What to Expect at the Emergency Room
Mercuric oxide poisoning : Prognosis (Expectations)
Mercuric oxide poisoning : References

Review Date : 1/30/2009
Reviewed By : John E. Duldner, Jr., MD, MS, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, Samaritan Regional Health System, Ashland, Ohio. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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