What is Hemerocallis poisoning?
Nov 05, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Introduction
After poisoning from daylily (Hemerocallis), colchicine is converted in the body into di-colchicine, which may irritate the gastrointestinal mucosa, causing congestion and edema of the mucosa. This could lead to acute gastroenteritis accompanied by symptoms such as abdominal pain and diarrhea. It is recommended to use medications such as Changyan Ning tablets, Compound Berberine tablets, or Smecta under the guidance of a physician for treatment.
Under normal circumstances, poisoning from daylily (Hemerocallis) may be caused by consuming undercooked daylily or excessive intake. It can also lead to conditions such as damage to the digestive tract mucosa, acute gastroenteritis, and neurological dysfunction. If discomfort occurs, prompt medical attention is recommended. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Consuming Undercooked Daylily
Fresh daylily contains a certain amount of colchicine. This substance may be oxidized in the human body into dipicolchicine, which is toxic. Therefore, eating undercooked daylily may cause poisoning. It is recommended to ensure that daylily is thoroughly cooked before moderate consumption.
2. Excessive Consumption
Consuming too much daylily containing high concentrations of colchicine may lead to accumulation of dipicolchicine in the body, thereby triggering symptoms of poisoning. It is advisable to avoid eating large amounts of daylily in one sitting.
3. Damage to Digestive Tract Mucosa
After daylily poisoning, its toxic components may directly injure the mucous membranes of the digestive tract, causing mucosal damage and resulting in symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. It is recommended to treat under medical supervision with medications such as omeprazole enteric-coated capsules, pantoprazole sodium enteric-coated tablets, or lansoprazole enteric-coated tablets.
4. Acute Gastroenteritis
Following daylily poisoning, colchicine may convert into dipicolchicine in the body, potentially irritating the gastrointestinal mucosa and causing congestion and edema. This may lead to acute gastroenteritis accompanied by symptoms such as abdominal pain and diarrhea. Treatment under medical guidance with medications such as enteritis relief tablets, compound berberine tablets, or smectite powder is recommended.
5. Neurological Dysfunction
Daylily poisoning may affect the nervous system, potentially leading to neurological dysfunction and causing symptoms such as headache, dizziness, and confusion. It is recommended to follow medical advice and use medications such as mecobalamin tablets, oryzanol tablets, or vitamin B1 tablets for treatment.
In daily diet, it is advisable to avoid spicy, raw, or cold foods to prevent bodily discomfort.
