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A dangerous folk therapy.

P A Poma

    Journal of the National Medical Association
    |April 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    Some folk remedies like Azarcon can be dangerous, causing severe lead poisoning. Healthcare providers should screen children for lead exposure, especially in Hispanic families using traditional remedies for empacho.

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    Area of Science:

    • Toxicology
    • Public Health
    • Ethnomedicine

    Background:

    • Folk therapies, while often harmless, can pose significant health risks.
    • Traditional remedies may contain toxic substances, leading to adverse health outcomes.
    • The use of Azarcon for 'empacho' is prevalent in some Hispanic communities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report on the use of Azarcon, a folk remedy, for 'empacho'.
    • To highlight the potential for severe lead poisoning associated with Azarcon.
    • To recommend screening protocols for lead exposure.

    Main Methods:

    • Case reporting on Azarcon usage.
    • Literature review on Azarcon's composition and toxicity.
    • Clinical assessment of lead poisoning indicators.

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    Main Results:

    • Azarcon has been linked to severe lead poisoning cases.
    • The remedy is used by Hispanic families for treating 'empacho'.
    • Elevated erythrocyte protoporphyrin and blood lead levels are indicators of poisoning.

    Conclusions:

    • Azarcon poses a serious risk of lead poisoning.
    • Screening children for lead exposure is crucial, particularly in at-risk populations.
    • Public health awareness regarding toxic folk remedies is essential.