Ingestion of what toxicant has been associated with feces and vomitus with a blue-green hue?
The signs and symptoms associated with boric acid ingestion are relatively non-specific and usually include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. In addition to “boiled lobster” skin rash followed by desquamation, feces and vomitus have been reported to have a blue-green hue.
Webb DV et al. Boric acid ingestion clinically mimicking toxic epidermal necrolysis. J Cutan Path 2013; 40:962-965.
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