First Aid & Safety: Poisoning
Anthrax
06/20/08, HealthwiseAnthrax is a potentially fatal disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. These bacteria produce spores that can spread the infection. Spores are bacteria in a resting stage. Like plant seeds, they are not active until they
Carbon Dioxide
05/09/08, HealthwiseA carbon dioxide test measures the total amount of the three forms of carbon dioxide (bicarbonate, carbonic acid, and dissolved carbon dioxide) in your blood. This test is also called a total carbon dioxide or TCO2 test.
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
03/18/08, HealthwiseA carbon monoxide blood test is used to detect poisoning from breathing carbon monoxide (CO), a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. The test measures the amount of hemoglobin that has bonded with carbon monoxide. This amount is also calle
Preventing Poisoning in Young Children
12/03/08, HealthwiseIf you have a possible poisoning emergency, call 1-800-222-1222 and you will be automatically transferred to the closest poison control center.
Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac - Symptoms
09/25/07, HealthwiseThe most common symptoms of the rash (allergic contact dermatitis) from poison ivy, oak, or sumac are:
Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac - What Happens
09/25/07, HealthwiseContact with poison ivy, oak, or sumac can cause a rash (allergic contact dermatitis). The rash is caused by contact with the oil (urushiol) in these plants. Urushiol is an allergen, so the rash is actually an allergic reaction to
Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac - Exams and Tests
09/25/07, HealthwiseA rash (allergic contact dermatitis) from poison ivy, oak, or sumac plants usually is diagnosed through a physical examination and questions about your outdoor activities. Your health professional will examine the rash to decide which
Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac - Prevention
09/25/07, HealthwiseOnly the oil (urushiol) from poison ivy, oak, or sumac plants can cause a rash (allergic contact dermatitis). The best way to avoid contact with urushiol and developing a rash is to avoid the plants.
Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac - Medications
09/25/07, HealthwiseAntihistamine pills are used to relieve the symptoms of the rash from poison ivy, oak, or sumac. Prescription medications, such as corticosteroids, may be used for severe rashes. Medicines are also used to make the rash less severe.
Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac - Surgery
09/25/07, HealthwiseThere are no surgical treatments for a poison ivy, oak, or sumac rash.
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