Cyanide poisoning
Cyanide Poisoning
Cyanide poisoning is a form of toxicity that occurs when an organism is exposed to a compound that produces cyanide ions when dissolved in water.
Pronunciation
Cyanide poisoning is pronounced as /ˈsaɪəˌnaɪd ˈpɔɪzənɪŋ/.
Etymology
The term "cyanide" is derived from the Greek word "kyanos," meaning "dark blue," due to its property of turning iron salts blue. "Poisoning" comes from the Latin "potio," meaning "drink," which refers to the ingestion of a harmful substance.
Symptoms
Symptoms of cyanide poisoning can be divided into three stages:
- Early Stage: Symptoms include dizziness, headache, nausea, and vomiting.
- Intermediate Stage: Symptoms include hypotension, arrhythmia, and unconsciousness.
- Late Stage: Symptoms include coma, respiratory failure, and death.
Causes
Cyanide poisoning can be caused by ingestion, inhalation, or skin absorption of various cyanide-containing compounds, including hydrogen cyanide, cyanogenic plants, and certain pesticides and industrial chemicals.
Treatment
Treatment for cyanide poisoning involves immediate medical attention, which may include antidote administration, oxygen therapy, and supportive care.
Related Terms
- Toxicity
- Hydrogen cyanide
- Cyanogenic plants
- Pesticides
- Industrial chemicals
- Antidote
- Oxygen therapy
- Supportive care
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cyanide poisoning
- Wikipedia's article - Cyanide poisoning
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