Throat dryness and burning sensation

Zinc poisoning is mainly due to the use of galvanized vessels to prepare or store acid drinks. At this time, the acid solution can decompose more zinc and cause poisoning. Other reasons include taking zinc oxide (usually an astringent) or zinc sulfate (usually used in the treatment of conjunctivitis) by mistake or taking zinc oxide (usually a mildly astringent or antiseptic dust powder) on a large area. Erosion of the mouth, pharynx and digestive tract, swelling of the lips and glottis, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and water and electrolyte disturbances can be seen. In severe cases, crises such as increased blood pressure, shortness of breath, dilated pupils, shock, and convulsions are seen. After inhalation of zinc oxide soot, a dry and burning sensation in the throat, hoarseness or even loss of sound, metallic smell in the mouth, chest palpitations, etc. may occur.

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