How to detoxify industrial salt poisoning
Feb 04, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Industrial salt poisoning is a serious toxic condition that can be treated with detoxification measures such as drinking large amounts of water, taking oral activated charcoal, replenishing electrolytes, medication, and oxygen therapy, which can help relieve discomfort. To prevent industrial salt poisoning, it is important to maintain healthy daily habits and avoid consuming foods high in nitrites, such as sausages and cured meats, to prevent adverse effects.
Generally, industrial salt poisoning is a serious condition that can be treated with measures such as drinking large amounts of water, taking oral activated charcoal, replenishing electrolytes, medication, and oxygen therapy to alleviate discomfort. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Drink plenty of water
After poisoning, drink large amounts of clean water or milk immediately to dilute the salt concentration in the body. This helps reduce further damage caused by salt compounds to body tissues and promotes their elimination from the body.
2. Oral activated charcoal
Oral activated charcoal can help adsorb and remove toxic substances from the body, including salt compounds. It is recommended to use an appropriate dosage under medical supervision.
3. Electrolyte replacement
Industrial salt poisoning may lead to electrolyte imbalance and dehydration. Intravenous fluid administration can be used to supplement adequate electrolytes and fluids to maintain water and electrolyte balance.
4. Medication
If symptoms are severe, detoxification medications such as vitamin C tablets, glucose injection, sodium chloride injection, and sodium thiosulfate injection may be administered under medical guidance to relieve discomfort.
5. Oxygen therapy
If the patient develops symptoms such as coma or difficulty breathing, oxygen therapy may be administered under medical supervision. Inhaling high-concentration oxygen increases blood oxygen levels and helps improve tissue hypoxia.
To prevent industrial salt poisoning, it is important to develop healthy lifestyle habits, avoid foods high in nitrites—such as sausages and cured meats—and thus prevent adverse health effects.
