Kala Pathar poisoning – Story of a dying patient …
Kala pathar or Paraphenylene Diamine (PPD) is a commonly used ingredient in Henna and hair dyes. Local skin reactions are very common, however, severe allergic reactions may follow after ingestion of minute quantities of the powder. Being very cheap and easily available, it is now commonly used for a suicidal purpose. Accidental ingestion by kids …
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