ALiEM

MARCH 5, 2024

Cases of toxicity have been reported following ingestion of supplements as well as ingestion of willow bark tea [4,5]. However, most adverse reactions from willow bark supplements have been associated with people who have aspirin allergies, with numerous cases of anaphylaxis [6]. How does willow bark toxicity present? [7]

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Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Anaphylaxis Administration Poisoning 114

Northwestern EM Blog

JANUARY 24, 2022

Due to its extremely high morbidity and mortality as well as high healthcare costs, the prompt recognition, diagnosis and resuscitation of shock is key. To reverse these effects as well as refractory hypotension, hydrocortisone is the preferred agent due to both its glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid properties.

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Taming the SRU

APRIL 17, 2023

Thankfully, some of the more common and/or dangerous plant poisonings have been well-categorized, and are summarized below. Anaphylaxis, hypoglycemia, cardiotoxicity, and neurotoxicity can all be seen following exposure to poisonous plants. Deadly Nightshade and Jimson Weed are well known among the poisonous plants.

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Poisoning Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Anaphylaxis Pediatrics 52

Taming the SRU

MAY 1, 2023

Exertional Hyperthermia Patients with heat stroke will present with Temp > 104, AMS, or seizures. Poisoned patients will have a Digoxin level, but it is not at all quantitative like it is when dealing with an actual Digoxin overdose.

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Poisoning Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Emergency Department Seizures 52