Solder
Definition
Solder is used to connect electric wires or other metal parts together. Solder poisoning occurs when someone swallows solder in large amounts. It can also cause burns to the skin. This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Poisonous Ingredient
- Antimony
- Bismuth
- Cadmium
- Copper
- Ethylene glycol
- Lead
- Mild acids
- Silver
- Tin
- Zinc
Where Found
Note: This list may not include all sources of solder.
Symptoms & Signs
Symptoms for lead: - Bladder and kidneys
- Eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and throat
- Gastrointestinal
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Excessive thirst
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting
- Weight loss
- Heart and blood
- Muscles and joints
- Nervous system
- Skin
Symptoms for tin and zinc chloride: - Bladder and kidneys
- Decreased urine output
- No urine output
- Eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and throat
- Burns in mouth and throat
- Yellow eyes (jaundice)
- Gastrointestinal
- Skin
Symptoms for ethylene glycol: - Disturbance in the acid balance of the blood (can lead to failure of many organs)
- Kidney failure
Symptoms for cadmium: - Kidney damage
- Reduced brain function or intelligence
- Reduced lung function
- Softening of the bones and kidney failure (itai-itai disease)
Symptoms for bismuth: - Diarrhea
- Eye irritation
- Gingivitis
- Kidney damage
- Metallic taste
- Skin irritation
Symptoms for silver: - Greyish-black staining of the skin and mucus membranes (argyria)
- Silver deposits in the eyes (argyrosis)
Symptoms for antimony: - Chemical burns
- Depression
- Dizziness
- Eczema
- Headache
- Irritation of mucus membranes
- Stomach problems
Symptoms for copper:
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