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Dieffenbachia

Dieffenbachia


Definition:

This article describes poisoning caused by eating the Dieffenbachia plant leaf.

Alternative Names:
Dumbcane; Leopard lily; Tuft root
Poisonous Ingredient:
Symptoms:

The possible symptoms include:

  • Burning in mouth or throat
  • Swelling in mouth or tongue
  • Hoarse voice
  • Eye pain
  • Corneal abrasion
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea

Review Date: 2/13/2006
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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