ACUTE METHEMOGLOBINEMIA FOLLOWING UNKNOWN COMPOUND EXPOSURE: TWO CASE REPORTS

Dr. Sudha Reddy*, Dr. Malikireddy Hima Bindu and Dr. Krishnappa J.

ABSTRACT

Methemoglobinemia is a rare cause of cyanosis in clinical practice while exposure to oxidizing chemicals is common in rural areas. Acquired methemoglobinemia may present as a serious medical emergency. The diagnosis is mainly clinical and because of its potential lethal nature, a very high degree of clinical suspicion is important. Herein we present two cases of unknown compound poisoning with unexplained cyanosis which ultimately led to the diagnosis of methemoglobinemia on physical findings and blood gas analysis

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