Answers are grounded in this paper and cite their sources.
A 9-month-old infant with renal tubular acidosis is reported. This illness followed the use of ammoniated mercury ointment for a napkin eruption. Raised levels of inorganic mercury were found in the urine. The patient was treated with alkalis, dimercaprol, and penicillamine. After 5 months, all therapy was discontinued and she has remained well.
No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.
Husband et al. (1970) studied this question.
Synapse has enriched 10 related papers. Consider them for comparative context: