Suicide Attempt by a Corrosive Agent Causing Unusual Outcomes and Complications.

We commonly encounter patients in the emergency department who present after a suicide attempt. The methods can vary and present unique challenges depending on the nature of the attempt. We present an unsuccessful attempt via chemical ingestion that led to severe complications involving the ingestion of drain cleaner with both highly corrosive and caustic properties. The management and presentation are discussed in great detail to further investigate the best treatment plan for both acute and chronic complications.

Lymphocytic Esophagitis: Diagnosis and Management in the Emergency Department vs Initial Suspicion of Eosinophilic Esophagitis.

Lymphocytic esophagitis is an increasingly prevalent yet poorly understood condition that is highly disruptive to daily living. The presentation often includes dysphagia, but dysarthria and narrowing of the esophageal lumen may be seen as well. In this case, a 66-year-old female presented to the Emergency Department complaining of dysphagia for several weeks in addition to associated discomfort with the loss of ability to swallow solid foods.

Management of an Active Oral Bleed Following Dental Implant Therapy Using Lidocaine and Epinephrine Injection in the Presence of an Oral Anticoagulant: A Clinical Report.

Active bleeding in a patient on oral anticoagulants can be difficult to treat. While massive blood loss and hemorrhage are the highest concern, it is the incidental or seemingly benign bleeds that can eventually turn life-threatening. A deeper understanding of locating and controlling slow but constant minor bleeds that are resistant to clotting is important to consider and explore further.