In this case, it is not the first time it has been used. People who accidentally bring silverware cleaner to drink due to misunderstanding In the month of April ’21, there was a case where “Nong Chernyim” A famous comedian was rushed to the hospital. from drinking silverware cleaner from misunderstanding that it was water
Or the case on July 1, 2022, where a mother bought silverware cleaner. Finished cleaning the necklace. and didn’t collect it immediately. Later, there was a daughter aged 1 year and 9 months who was tired of playing with her father and grabbed a drink to quench her thirst. before vomiting and having to be taken to the hospital But in the end, life could not be saved.
which will be seen that The danger of cyanide that is mixed in the washing machine detergent very violent And not everyone will survive.
This page “Panda Lab Doctor” or Dr. Pakpoom Dethasdin or Dr. Max, medical technician Head of Blood Infectious Diseases Testing using Molecular Biology Methods The National Blood Center, Thai Red Cross Society, previously provided information that Silverware cleaners are all dangerous substances. If it was before, it’s even harder. Because he would add cyanide to it. Currently, the components Usually consists of
Thiourea
Sulfuric acid
C12-15 pareth-9
Undeceth-7
These substances are acutely toxic when ingested by mouth. corrosive Irritating to the skin Is toxic to the reproductive system. It is suspected that it may cause cancer. and there is doubt that it may cause harm to the fetus
Dealing with cyanide
cyanide It is a type of chemical which is highly toxic. It is used in various industries or as a component of certain products such as insecticides and metal polishes. Jewelry cleaner Used in the metal smelting industry, etc., as well as some plant foods.
We can find cyanide in many forms, including hydrogen cyanide gas, which is produced by burning plastics, polyurethane, and artificial leather. Solid or solution forms include potassium cyanide and potassium cyanide solution. Cyanide can also be found in nature, such as in raw cassava When eaten, the body will break down certain substances in raw cassava into cyanide which enters the cells in the body. In this case, symptoms of cyanide poisoning can occur hours after ingestion.
When exposed to toxins, how will they harm the body?
Symptoms usually begin within seconds of exposure to cyanide. It starts with a headache, heart palpitations, flushed face, loss of consciousness, convulsions, and death within 10 minutes. In less severe cases, it suppresses the nervous system and breathing.
Prevention methods and first aid methods
The method of protection is Avoiding exposure to cyanide and basic first aid methods When exposed to cyanide, reduce the amount of cyanide as soon as possible. Then rushed to the hospital The method depends on the method of exposure to cyanide.
Inhalation: You should leave the area immediately. If unable to leave the area, you should lower yourself to the ground. In case the patient has difficulty breathing or stops breathing You may need to receive oxygen. But you should not resuscitate by mouth-to-mouth.
through skin contact Take off the patient’s clothing. Try not to allow contaminated clothing items to come into contact with the skin of the patient and helpers. Then clean the body with soap and water.
Eating Hurry and rinse your mouth. Do not induce vomiting.
Eyes: If you wear contact lenses, remove them immediately. Then use clean water to rinse your eyes for 10 – 15 minutes.
There is no specific first aid method for people exposed to cyanide. The patient should be rushed to the nearest hospital immediately.
Information from: Mahidol University
2024-01-08 15:07:00
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