Sulfuric acid poisoning
Alternate Names : Battery acid poisoning, Hydrogen sulfate poisoning, Oil of vitriol poisoning, Matting acid poisoning, Vitriol brown oil poisoning
Definition
Sulfuric acid is a very strong chemical that is corrosive. Corrosive means it can cause severe burns and tissue damage when it comes into contact with the skin or mucous membranes. This article discusses poisoning from sulfuric acid. 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.
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