- 1. Glass of milk 2. With me-nobody-can 3. Tinhorão
- 4. Parrot's beak
- 5. Taioba-brava
- 6. oleander
- 7. Foxglove
- 8. Wild manioc 9. Bamboo shoot
Venous or toxic plants have dangerous elements capable of causing serious poisoning in humans. These plants, if ingested or are in contact with the skin, can cause problems such as irritations, or intoxications, which are sometimes fatal.
In case of ingestion of some type of poisonous plant it is recommended to go immediately to the hospital and take a photo of the plant to identify the species. In case of skin contact with the plant, it is advisable to wash the area and avoid scratching. If your skin symptoms worsen, you should immediately go to the hospital to begin appropriate treatment.
See some examples of these poisonous plants, what are the symptoms they cause and the treatment.
1. Glass of milk 2. With me-nobody-can 3. Tinhorão
These plants, although very common at home, are quite toxic and, therefore, should never be consumed. In addition, it is recommended to take care of them using gloves, as pollen and sap from plants can cause skin reactions.
Symptoms: burn-like pain, redness of the skin, swelling of the lips and tongue, excessive salivation, difficulty in breathing, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty in swallowing.
Treatment: You should go to the hospital to start treatment with painkillers, antispasmodics, antihistamines and corticosteroids. You should avoid vomiting, eating foods such as milk, egg whites, olive oil or mouthwashes with aluminum hydroxide as they help in the treatment. In case of contact with the eyes, the treatment should be done with washing with running water, antiseptic eye drops and consultation with the ophthalmologist.
4. Parrot's beak
The parrot's beak, also known as Poinsettia, is a plant that produces a poisonous milky sap and, therefore, one should avoid coming into direct contact or ingesting any of its parts.
Symptoms: Irritation of the skin, with the appearance of red blisters, small elevations of the skin with pus, itching and pain similar to burning. If swallowed, excess saliva, difficulty swallowing, swelling of the lips and tongue, nausea and vomiting may appear.
Treatment: Wash the skin with potassium permanganate, corticoid ointments and antihistamine remedies for skin lesions. In case of ingestion, vomiting should be avoided and treatment should be done with analgesic and antispasmodic remedies. Protective foods for the gastrointestinal mucosa, such as milk and olive oil, can help. If the contact with the plant is ocular, the treatment should be done with washing with running water, antiseptic eye drops and evaluation by the ophthalmologist.
5. Taioba-brava
This plant is quite poisonous, it is important to avoid its ingestion and direct contact with unprotected skin or eyes.
Symptoms: When the skin is touched on the plant, it is possible for the appearance of burning and redness. In case of ingestion, the plant can cause swelling of the lips and tongue, difficulty in swallowing, feeling of shortness of breath, very strong belly pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Treatment: Pain relievers, antispasmodics, antihistamines and corticosteroids prescribed by a doctor. One should avoid vomiting, preferring to eat foods such as milk, egg white, olive oil to neutralize the plant's poison. In case of contact with the eyes, the treatment should be done with washing with running water, antiseptic eye drops. and consultation with the ophthalmologist.
6. oleander
The oleander is a very toxic plant that can cause very serious injuries with only 18 grams, putting the life of an adult with 80 kg at risk.
Symptoms: Excessive salivation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, severe headache, dizziness, confusion, visual disturbances, decreased heart rate and markedly reduced blood pressure.
Treatment: must be started in the hospital with antiarrhythmic, antispasmodic, nausea, mucosal protectors and intestinal adsorbent remedies. The treatment for eye contact can be done with washing with running water, antiseptic eye drops, analgesics and evaluation by the ophthalmologist.
7. Foxglove
Foxglove leaves contain a high concentration of digitaline, a substance that acts on the heart, disrupting the beat.
Symptoms: nausea, vomiting, severe belly pain, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, decreased heart rate and marked reduction in blood pressure.
Treatment: should be started in the hospital with antiarrhythmic drugs, antispasmodics and analgesics prescribed by a doctor. In case of contact with the eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult an ophthalmologist to apply appropriate antiseptic ointments.
8. Wild manioc 9. Bamboo shoot
These are two very toxic plants that produce an acid capable of destroying the body's cells, especially in the gastrointestinal tract.
Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, bitter almond breath, drowsiness, convulsions, coma, difficulty breathing, cardiac disorders, decreased blood pressure, increased pupils or paralysis of the iris of the eyes and bleeding.
Treatment: should be started quickly in the hospital with medication directly in the vein and washing the stomach.
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