other signs of poisoning

Last reviewed 01/2018

Smell on breath þ cyanide(almonds), alcohol, solvents, ketones in alcohol withdrawal (also found in diabetic hyperglycaemia)

Mouth burns þ corrosive substances, paraquat, glue-sniffing

Needlemarks þ IV drug abuse

Hyperventilation þ salicylates

Haematemesis þ caustic agents, iron, salicylates, alcohol