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SLUDGE
SLUJ · noun · informal
Mnemonic for cholinergic (organophosphate) toxicity signs.
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A memory aid for the signs of cholinergic poisoning: Salivation, Lacrimation, Urination, Defecation, Gastrointestinal distress, Emesis.
“He's got SLUDGE symptoms — think organophosphate exposure.”
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SLUDGE In A Sentence
He's got SLUDGE symptoms — think organophosphate exposure.
Origin & Usage
Acronym mnemonic used in toxicology.
People Also Ask
What does SLUDGE stand for in toxicology?
Salivation, Lacrimation, Urination, Defecation, Gastrointestinal distress, and Emesis — the signs of cholinergic poisoning.
What causes SLUDGE symptoms?
Cholinergic toxicity, classically from organophosphate exposure such as certain pesticides or nerve agents.
Why is the SLUDGE mnemonic useful?
It helps clinicians quickly recognize a pattern of symptoms that points to cholinergic poisoning.
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