Date of Presentation

5-6-2021 12:00 AM

College

School of Osteopathic Medicine

Poster Abstract

Unintentional ingestions can pose a difficult challenge to diagnose in the setting of the Emergency Department. Many may present with vague symptoms that are not consistent with classic overdose prodromes. Many patients do not identify or disclose over the counter medications, such as analgesics, with which acute/chronic ingestion in large quantities can result in life threatening medical emergencies. Their underlying symptoms may also cloud their clinical picture, further complicating workup within the ED.

Keywords

acetaminophen, Chemically-Induced Disorders, unintentional ingestion, Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions, low back pain

Disciplines

Anesthesia and Analgesia | Chemical and Pharmacologic Phenomena | Medical Pharmacology | Medicine and Health Sciences | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms | Pharmaceutical Preparations

Document Type

Poster

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May 6th, 12:00 AM

Case Presentation: Lower Back Pain or Chronic Acetaminophen Overdose?

Unintentional ingestions can pose a difficult challenge to diagnose in the setting of the Emergency Department. Many may present with vague symptoms that are not consistent with classic overdose prodromes. Many patients do not identify or disclose over the counter medications, such as analgesics, with which acute/chronic ingestion in large quantities can result in life threatening medical emergencies. Their underlying symptoms may also cloud their clinical picture, further complicating workup within the ED.

 

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