| Definition: |
Poisoning caused by consumption of plant material from the elephant ear plant.
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| Poisonous Ingredient: |
Note: Leaves and stems are the most dangerous if eaten in quantity.
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| Where Found: |
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
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| Symptoms: |
- body as a whole
- burning in mouth
- swelling of tongue
- swelling of mouth
- eyes, ears, nose, and throat
- gastrointestinal
- nausea and/or vomiting
- diarrhea
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| Home Treatment: |
Wipe out the mouth with a cold, wet cloth. Give milk to drink.
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| Before Calling Emergency: |
Determine the following information:- the patient's age, weight, and condition
- the name of the plant
- the time it was swallowed
- the amount swallowed
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| Poison Control, or a local emergency number: |
They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Bring the plant with you to the emergency room for identification.
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| What to expect at the emergency room: |
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| Expectations (prognosis): |
Oxalate plants may cause swelling severe enough to block the airway, but this is very rare.
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