Korean J Leg Med.
2024 Feb;48(1):23-25. 10.7580/kjlm.2024.48.1.23.
Methyl Salicylate Poisoning Due to Suicidal Ingestion: A Case Report and Literature Review
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- 1Forensic Investigation Division, Busan Metropolitan Police Agency, Busan, Korea
- 2Forensic Medicine Division, National Forensic Service Busan Institute, Yangsan, Korea
- 3Forensic Toxicology and Chemistry Division, National Forensic Service Busan Institute, Yangsan, Korea
- KMID: 2552989
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.7580/kjlm.2024.48.1.23
Abstract
- Methyl salicylate is widely used in various topical products, including sports creams, ointments, patches, and oral hygiene products. These products are mainly used for localized treatment of musculoskeletal pain. Given their intended topical application, their ingestion can result in salicylic acid poisoning due to their high concentrations of methyl salicylate. Symptoms of salicylic acid poisoning may include dizziness, vomiting, hallucinations, seizures, and, in severe cases, unconsciousness, respiratory failure, and circulatory disorders. We report a case of a 71-year-old male who ingested Mensolatum Lotion to commit suicide and died.
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