The harm of electrolyte to human body

Electrolytes are referred to differently in different fields. The most commonly heard electrolytes in life are divided into acidic and alkaline. If people are frequently exposed to these two types of electrolytes, it will have more or less effects on the human body. If you have to be exposed to electrolytes for a long time, it is recommended to take protective measures. Occasional contact may not have a significant impact on the body, but long-term contact will affect human health. The hazards of electrolytes to the human body are specifically explained.

There are two types of electrolytes, one is acidic electrolyte and the other is alkaline. The main components of the former are sulfuric acid and the latter are sodium hydroxide. Both are highly corrosive and their hazards are self-evident.

Hazards of sulfuric acid: Sulfuric acid has strong irritating and corrosive effects on skin, mucous membranes and other tissues. Vapor or mist can cause conjunctivitis, conjunctival edema, corneal opacity, and even blindness; cause respiratory tract irritation, and in severe cases, dyspnea and pulmonary edema; high concentrations can cause laryngeal spasm or glottal edema, leading to suffocation and death. After oral administration, it causes digestive tract burns and even ulcer formation; in severe cases, it may cause gastric perforation, peritonitis, kidney damage, shock, etc. Skin burns can cause erythema in mild cases and ulcers in severe cases. After healing, the scars shrink and affect function. If they splash into the eyes, they can cause burns, or even corneal perforation, panophthalmitis, and even blindness. Chronic effects: dental erosion, chronic bronchitis, emphysema and pulmonary cirrhosis. Environmental hazards: It is harmful to the environment and may cause pollution to water and soil. Explosion hazard: This product is combustion-supporting, highly corrosive and irritating, and can cause burns to the human body.

Hazards of sodium hydroxide: This product is highly irritating and corrosive. Dust or smoke can irritate the eyes and respiratory tract and corrode the nasal septum. Direct contact between the skin and eyes with sodium hydroxide can cause burns. Accidental ingestion can cause gastrointestinal burns, mucosal erosion, bleeding and shock.