TOXIC HAZARDS*Fatal Poisoning from Topical Use of Boric Acid Powder†Fatal boric acid poisoning has been reported many times, not only from accidental ingestion and infusion of boric acid solutions1 but also from the application of pure boric acid powder to denuded or inflamed skin lesions of infants.2 , 3 A fatal case recently seen at the Children's Medical Center, Boston, re-emphasizes the hazards of this therapy.A 3 1/2-month-old male infant was admitted to the hospital for the treatment of vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy and dehydration. Five days previously the mother had consulted the family physician about a diaper rash, and . . .
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