Acute poisoning usually caused by the accidental ingestion (usually by infants or small children) of iron-containing medications intended for use by adults. In the U.S., about 20,000 accidental iron exposures are reported each year.
A potentially life-threatening ailment arises from the consumption of excessive quantities of iron supplements, commonly encountered when ingesting iron formulations intended for adult use. This condition predominantly affects children. Iron poisoning manifests through various symptoms, including emesis, the presence of blood in the stool, seizures, abnormally low blood pressure, and a bluish discoloration of the skin.