Hazard at Home: Dieffenbachia

Authors : Halise AKÇA, Emine POLAT, Nilden TUYGUN, Neslihan Gürcan KAYA, Can Demir KARACAN

Pages : 107-109

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Publication Date : 2014-04-01

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Introduction: Childhood poisoning is commonly encountered in pediatric emergency medicine departments. As a result of a violation of the dieffenbachia plant body or parts of the leaves, effects can be seen in a spectrum from mild local irritation to death.   Case Report: Here, we report a 1-year, 11-month-old child patient, presenting with local irritation symptoms after violation of dieffenbachia plant leaves, who required supported treatment.   Conclusion: Ornamental plants in our homes should be considered a risk factor for toxicity.
Keywords : Dieffenbachia, poisoning, childhood