Is it poisonous to be pricked by a cactus?

Cactus is a kind of succulent plant. It has a good effect of refreshing the air and can also absorb floating dust in the air, so many people like to grow it at home. However, in the process of caring for it, if you are not careful, it is easy to be pricked by the thorns on the cactus, which will cause strong pain. So is it poisonous to be pricked by a cactus?

First, is it poisonous to be pricked by a cactus? When growing cacti indoors, we need to take care of them regularly. During the cultivation process, we may be accidentally pricked by the thorns of the cactus. Some people may have symptoms of redness, swelling, pain and itching of the skin. In fact, this is an allergic phenomenon, but it does not mean that the cactus is poisonous.

Second, we all know that cactus is actually very beautiful and has ornamental value. It also has health, environmental protection and medical value. It can effectively resist radiation and purify the air, and can also treat some diseases. There are many types of cactus, some of which are edible. Edible cactus has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying.

Third, although this is the case, some cacti are poisonous. If you are pricked by the thorns of a cactus, you need to treat it in time, otherwise you will experience symptoms of skin allergies such as redness and swelling. The way to deal with it is: use tweezers or other tools to remove the thorn, then disinfect it with alcohol, and then apply some ointment for treating skin diseases, and it will basically be healed after a few days. If there is no improvement after a few days, it is recommended that you seek medical attention immediately.

What should you do if you are pricked by a cactus? Do not rub it after being pricked by it, because the thorns on the surface are very fragile and can be broken easily. At this time, it is best to blow on the pricked part with your mouth or a hair dryer. Wrap the pierced area with hot flour, then turn it back and forth several times. You will feel a slight tingling sensation when turning it, and it will be fine after turning it back and forth several times. Generally, after the above treatments are carried out after being pricked, there will be almost no other problems, but exceptions may occur. If you still feel uncomfortable, you can apply some sesame oil and it will be basically fine.