What are the symptoms and consequences of mercury poisoning?

Symptoms of mercury poisoning include palpitations, headache, cough with sputum, chest pain, and difficulty breathing, which may lead to complications such as chemical pneumonia and acute renal failure. Mercury poisoning primarily occurs due to ingestion of mercury-containing foods or medications, especially in excessive amounts. In cases of mercury poisoning within a short time frame, immediate hospitalization is recommended for treatments such as gastric lavage, induced vomiting, and catharsis. If symptoms do not significantly improve after drug therapy, blood purification or detoxification methods may be employed.