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Peach seed poisoning

Peach seed poisoning: Introduction

Peach seed poisoning: Peach seeds contain a chemical called amygdalin which breaks down into cyanide in the human body. The toxic chemicals are not released if the seed remains intact and therefore poisoning usually occurs if the seeds are crushed and eaten. Accidental ingestion is very unusual. Most parts of the peach plant contain the toxic chemical with the highest concentration in young leaves. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Peach seed poisoning is available below.

Symptoms of Peach seed poisoning

• Fever
• Headache
• Nausea
• Rash
• Joint pain
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Treatments for Peach seed poisoning

• Supportive therapy: sodium bicarbonate for acidosis, cyanide antidote kit for symptomatic patients; hemodialysis; charcoal hemoperfusion; hydroxocobalamin and dicobalt-EDTA for chelation
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Peach seed poisoning: Complications

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• Death
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Causes of Peach seed poisoning

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Peach seed poisoning: Broader Related Topics

• Poisoning, overdose, toxicity or adverse reactions
• Plant-related conditions
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Types of Peach seed poisoning

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