Question of the Day

Question - Fire ants (Solenopsis spp) are notorious for their harsh sting. What is the constituent of fire ant venom responsible for the burning sensation associated with their sting?

Question - Capsaicin, the active ingredient in chili peppers, has been used as a local treatment for pain. What is the mechanism of action of capsaicin with regard to the treatment of local pain?

Question - So called “black tar” heroin use pose a heightened risk for wound botulism attributable to its production, preparation, and practice. How does this heightened risk arise?

Question - Amphotericin B is often used in the management of systemic fungal infections. What is the principal chronic adverse effect of amphotericin B?    

Question - What are the so-called “AEGLs”?

Question – What chemical is used to disinfect equipment that cannot be heat sterilized such as dialysis instruments, surgical instruments, suction bottles, bronchoscopes, endoscopes, and ear, nose, and throat instruments?

Question - What is “hard metal disease”?

Question - What adverse effects commonly occur associated with pediatric ingestions of edible cannabis containing products?

Question - Accumulation of what chemical has been associated with infusions of lorazepam in critically ill patients?

Question - What is the pathophysiology underlying contrast associated acute kidney injury?