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Adam and Eve poisoning

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Overview

Adam and Eve syndrome is due to poisoning from ingestion of the Adam and Eve plant which is an herb with heart-shaped leaves found in Europe. This European plant contains calcium oxalate crystals which are responsible for the symptoms.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis

Symptoms

  • Eye pain
  • Mouth pain
  • Tongue pain
  • Skin rash

Physical Examination

Eye

Eye irritation can be present.

Skin

Mild short lived rash may be present.

References

References

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