A case of Vasmol Poisoning: Monitoring and treatment

  • Dr. Nikhil Rathi , Kamble T

Abstract

We report a case of suicidal ingestion of hair dye that presented with cervicofascialoedema and later developed rhabdomyolysis and liver cell injury. Our patient improved with symptomatic management.

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Published
2019-07-29
How to Cite
Dr. Nikhil Rathi , Kamble T. (2019). A case of Vasmol Poisoning: Monitoring and treatment. The Indian Practitioner, 69(5), 23-24. Retrieved from https://articles.theindianpractitioner.com/index.php/tip/article/view/444