Warning: Cases of Children Poisoning in Odesa Region

The Odesa Regional Emergency Medical Center reports several cases of accidental poisoning among children that have occurred recently due to household chemicals and medications.

«Children left unsupervised may accidentally ingest harmful substances such as detergents, medications, or other toxic products. These situations can lead to serious consequences like chemical burns and severe poisonings,» the statement reads.

For instance, a 3-year-and-11-month-old boy ingested a household cleaning agent, resulting in a chemical burn to his mouth and hospitalization. A 1-year-and-8-month-old girl chewed on a bottle of eye drops and was taken to the hospital with symptoms of acute poisoning, while another one-year-old girl accidentally drank a grease cleaning agent and was hospitalized with suspected esophageal burns.
Additionally, two 1-year-and-3-month-old twin boys were poisoned by a rodenticide. Their condition is stable, and they are under observation by doctors.

The Emergency Medical Center urges parents to be vigilant, monitor their children, explain the dangers of consuming unknown substances, and keep medications and household chemicals out of reach. In case of suspected poisoning or burns, it is crucial to call 103 immediately, as every minute can be vital for a child's health.