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Sprouted potato poisoning

急诊科

Common symptoms

昏迷、呼吸困难、腹泻、腹痛、抽搐、恶心

The pathology of disease

Potato (Solanum tuberosum) sprouts/green skin contain solanine (C45H73O15N); corrosive/hemolytic; depresses respiratory/motor centers. Normal 5-10mg/100g; sprouted 25-60mg, up to 430mg.

Common Symptoms

Nausea/vomiting; diarrhea; abdominal pain; fever; coma

Causes

Solanine in sprouted/green potatoes.

Treatment

Gastric lavage; supportive

Prevention

Store potatoes in dark; discard sprouted.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the emergency department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.