Chemical burn -- ingestion: Burns to the mouth and gastrointestinal system caused by swallowing a chemical. Symptoms vary depending on the type, quantity and strength of the chemical involved as well as the duration of the exposure to the chemical and promptness of treatment measures. Immediate medical attention should be sought if chemical burns to the gastrointestinal system are suspected. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Chemical burn -- ingestion is available below.
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Prognosis for Chemical burn -- ingestion: Varies depending on the severity of the burn. Minor skin burns usually heal rapidly and without complications.
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