Swallowing such poisons can have severe effects on many parts of the body. Oven cleaners can cause severe burns inside the entire gastrointestinal tract.
What are the Causes of Oven Cleaner Poisoning?
- Oven Cleaner Poisoning is caused by the ingestion of oven and grill cleaning compounds. The chemical is strong and it can produce severe injury to the exposed regions
- Exposure to the substance through direct contact may affect the skin and eyes. The substance may also be inhaled resulting in symptoms
- This intake could be accidental, or in some cases intentional, to bring self-harm
- Oven cleaning agents may consist of many chemicals including corrosive alkalis, such as sodium hydroxide (lye), potassium carbonate, hydrocarbons (such as isobutane and glycol), wax, surfactants, and added perfumes
Note: The compound can interact with other prescribed or non-prescribed medications in the body. Such interactions may enhance the therapeutic effects of other medications being taken, resulting in undesired side effects.
How is First Aid administered for Oven Cleaner Poisoning?
First Aid tips for Oven Cleaner Poisoning:
- Call 911 or your local emergency help number immediately, for emergency assistance
- Call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 (or your local poison control center) for further instructions
- Provide them with information such as the compound taken, quantity and time of ingestion, age, weight and general health status of affected individual
- Carefully remove the individual from the exposure area, especially if the poison was breathed in by the individual
- Confirm that the airways are protected; also, ensure breathing and the presence of pulse
- If skin exposure or involvement of the eye has occurred, then wash thoroughly with copious amounts of water (for at least 15 minutes)
- Unless instructed by a healthcare professional, DO NOT induce vomiting in the affected individual
- Following an ingestion of the substance, immediately give milk or water to drink
- In case of symptoms that indicate difficulty in swallowing including vomiting or decreased alertness, do not give anything by way of mouth
- Take individual to emergency room (ER) for further treatment
- Always try to take the compound bottle/container to the ER
The emergency medical health professional might perform the following steps towards treating the condition:
- Gastric lavage for elimination of drug from the stomach (irrigation using special solutions)
- Medically manage symptoms, such as abnormal heart rate and low blood pressure
- A bronchoscopy and/or endoscopy may be undertaken to assess the degree of damage to the airways and/or the food-pipe
- Provide breathing support, if necessary
- Administer medications to counter the effect of the substance in the body
- Wash skin and eyes repeatedly and thoroughly (irrigation), to eliminate any remaining hazardous compound
- Following this, a suitable skin or eye ointment may be used to treat the exposure
- Surgical treatment for skin burns including removal of burnt skin
- Administer fluids by an intravenous drip line
How To Deal With Oven Cleaner Fumes?
FAQ
What happens if you breathe in oven cleaner fumes?
Is it safe to cook food after using oven cleaner?
What can oven cleaner do to you?
Are oven cleaners poisonous?
Oven cleaners are sold under various brand names. Some include: This list is not all-inclusive. Oven cleaner poisoning can cause symptoms in many parts of the body. Get medical help right away. DO NOT make a person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care provider.
Can one die from food poisoning?
Food poisoning is caused by bacteria from eating spoilt and undercooked food leading to symptoms of stomach cramps, vomiting, and loose stools with a watery consistency. Certain foods containing dietary products, cheese, milk, ghee, and other food items like sugars, lentils, cabbage, onions, pulses, and starch are not fully digested by the digestive tract. As a result of this, bacteria in the gut tend to break them down, leading to excess gas production, which is released as flatulence and also leads to frequent cramping. The other cause of cramps in food poisoning is the release of harmful toxins by the bacteria which leads to the irritation of the inner lining of the stomach causing stomach cramps. In a few cases, it can cause severe dehydration leading to death. Some of the lifestyle changes that can help in reducing cramps are eating healthy foods like fruits and green leafy vegetables rather than eating instant readymade junk foods.
Can oven cleaner poisoning cause a person to throw up?
Oven cleaner poisoning can cause symptoms in many parts of the body. Get medical help right away. DO NOT make a person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care provider. If the chemical is on the skin or in the eyes, flush with lots of water for at least 15 minutes.
What happens if you eat oven cleaner?
If swallowed, oven cleaners can cause vomiting and burns to the lips, mouth, throat, and further down in the digestive tract, like the food pipe and stomach. Symptoms of burns can vary depending on where the burn is. For instance, a burn on the lips can cause swelling, redness, and blistering. This can also be seen in the mouth and throat.