Poisoning
Poisoning occurs when some toxic substance is ingested, inhaled, or absorbed by the body. Just about any substance can be toxic, while many do not cause adverse effects until they are present in large quantities; some can cause extreme reactions with only a drop.
If you suspect poisoning, it is important to call your local poison control center for advice. Determining the substance involved is helpful, if not crucial, in treating victims. Often such a determination is difficult and doctors must take blood, urine, or stomach samples to find out what substance is to blame for the poisoning.
Children are especially susceptible to poisoning as their natural curiosity leads them into dangerous situations. Additionally, their small body size makes them more vulnerable to toxic substances.
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