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How to use iodine during irradiation? Is it possible to carry out the prevention of infection with an alcohol solution? How does iodine help? What other antidotes are there for radiation?

Iodine preparations for radiation exposure and infection, other indications for use, overdose

The action of iodine preparations during irradiation. Prevention of infection, treatment of poisoning

In case of radiation contamination of the area, which may follow after an accident nuclear reactor, a large amount of radionuclides is released into the environment, including isotopes of uranium, plutonium, iodine-131 (half-life 8 days), cesium-134 (half-life 2 years), cesium-137 (half-life 33 years), strontium- 90 (half-life 28 years) - according to . Having entered the human body through the skin, lungs, mucous membranes, including with food, iodine-131-135 accumulates in the thyroid gland in high concentration, causing its damage.

Introduced before radioactive iodine enters the body, potassium iodide accumulates in the thyroid gland and protects it from the accumulation of radioactive isotopes. The earlier potassium iodide is taken - during infection or immediately after exposure - the more effective its action. taken over late dates(after 6 hours) - has a slight effect.

Apply potassium iodide inside, drinking plenty of water or milk. Release form - tablets of 100 and 200 mcg or solution - from 0.25% to 3%. There are also tablets of 65 milligrams (contain 50 mg of iodine).

Daily dose for an adult for the prevention of radioactive contamination - 0.125 grams, for children under 2 years old - 0.04 grams.

To protect against radioisotopes of iodine, it is possible to use both a 5% alcohol solution of iodine and Lugol's solution. It can be used orally, subject to the appropriate concentration, or applied directly to the skin, iodine is perfectly absorbed. It is applied with a swab to the skin in the area of ​​​​the forearms, thighs, shins in strips. Its use begins with the threat of nuclear contamination of the area and continues to be taken until the threat of iodine isotopes entering the body disappears.

For the treatment and prevention of diseases and conditions, the dosage of potassium iodide is prescribed by the attending physician.

Potassium iodide will please next side effects ingestion: nausea, vomiting, liquid stool, abdominal pain, restlessness, headache, thyroid function changes (hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism), hyperkalemia, mumps, iodine toxicity (confusion, irregular heartbeats; numbness, tingling, pain or weakness in extremities; weakness); iodism (with prolonged use, especially at high doses): burning in the mouth or throat, metallic taste in the mouth, increased salivation, sore teeth and gums, reddening of the conjunctiva, swelling of the eyelids, rhinitis, fever, arthralgia, acne, dermatitis (exfoliative, etc. .), eosinophilia. Various allergic reactions: angioedema (angioedema), hemorrhages, urticaria.

At overdose potassium iodide may cause vomiting, abdominal pain, brown staining of the oral mucosa, runny nose, bronchitis, swelling of the vocal cords, bleeding from the urinary tract, anuria, falling blood pressure shock, collapse and death.

Overdose treatment: cleansing and washing the stomach with water or starch solution until clear water (disappearance of the blue color of starch), or 1% sodium thiosulfate solution, taking activated charcoal, laxatives, symptomatic and supportive therapy. Inside the intake of diluted starch, potato, corn, rice, oatmeal jelly (without dyes, sweeteners and other non-food additives).

Careful administration of potassium iodide is necessary in case of impaired renal function and thyroid diseases. At joint admission potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium-containing drugs and products may cause hyperkalemia, which can affect cardiac activity.

Attention!: Potassium iodide does not treat symptoms caused by radiation and does not prevent the body from absorbing ionizing radiation. Taking the drug does not eliminate the need for urgent evacuation from the contaminated area and does not eliminate the need for protection in shelter and the intake of uncontaminated food. It is not recommended to take the drug for more than 10 days. Pregnant and lactating women are recommended a single double dose of the drug and immediate removal from the affected area.

Potassium preparations are also needed at elevated concentrations in environment cesium, since with a deficiency of potassium in the body, cesium takes its place.

Other trade names for potassium iodide: 9 months Potassium iodide, Antistrumine, Vitrum Iodine, Yodandin, Iodbalance, Iodide, Iodomarin, Iodostin, Potassium Iodide 200 Berlin-Chemie, Microiodide, Potassium Iodide, Kalii iodidum.

Question:
The child took a sip of Lugol's solution, is it not very scary?

Answer:
The use of any solution of iodine inside does not pass without a trace. The degree of exposure depends on the concentration and amount of the drunk solution.
According to Wikipedia, it is prepared from 5 parts of iodine, 10 parts of potassium iodide and 85 parts of water. The total iodine content in this solution is 130 g/l. Lugol's solution with glycerin is also used (1 part iodine, 2 parts potassium iodide, 94 parts glycerol and 3 parts water).
containing free iodine at a concentration of 2% or 5% without dilution can irritate and destroy the mucous membrane of the esophagus and stomach. Lethal dose free iodine for an adult is from 2 to 3 grams (2000-3000 mg) of free iodine, that is, from 40 to 60 ml of 5% Lugol's solution.

Question:
I drank 4 tablets of Iodine-Active at a time. In the morning, my throat and neck hurt a lot. Eyes tear. What to do?
Answer:
It is believed that an overdose of iodine can occur when taking a daily dose of more than 500 mcg. The daily dose consists not only of the pills drunk, but also of the iodine eaten with salt, iodine applied to the skin, which enters the body during breathing. This condition is called iodism. May be manifested by irritation of the mucous membranes - runny nose, watery eyes, nasal congestion, painful swelling salivary glands, as well as local inflammation of the skin with acne. The condition may look like an allergic reaction.
With a small overdose, the phenomena can pass on their own, it is necessary to stop contact with the drug, for this you can take Activated carbon, drink milk, take a laxative. With the appearance of severe swelling and threatening states you need to see a doctor.

Question:
I have a spur on my heel doing an iodine mesh for how long can I continue so that there is no overdose?
Answer:
If you apply only the mesh and only on a limited area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe skin, then you can get a skin burn rather than a general poisoning of the body. Follow your well-being. When the first signs of poisoning appear - iodism: runny nose, lacrimation, nasal congestion, skin changes - it is necessary to stop contact with iodine. Do not get carried away with iodine mesh, there are many other methods for treating heel spurs. The most effective are orthopedic shoes, physiotherapy and spa treatment with mud treatments, for example, Pomorie mud in Bulgaria.

Question:
Did I put on a lot of iodine? And now my hand hurts, what should I do?
Answer:
If you are burned with iodine, then first the remnants of it must be washed off the skin with a stream of cool water, it is possible with neutral soap. Then apply the Panthenol aerosol to the damaged area of ​​the skin, it disinfects well and anesthetizes the burned surfaces. Aloe liniment helps well. In the future, treatment is carried out as with ordinary burns, that is, depending on the depth and area of ​​​​the lesion. In case of severe lesions, consult a doctor; in case of small lesions, home treatment can be carried out, for example, with sea buckthorn or just vegetable oil.

Question:
01481 My beloved wife had her thyroid gland removed. After the operation, she undergoes an examination and is given radioactive iodine to drink. We were warned to keep our distance from each other for 10 days. Question: If I did not follow the security measures, what consequences could arise? .. (My legs began to swell, which never bothered me and headaches). I would like to know the cause of swelling of the legs.
Answer:
Patients are reported to experience acute and chronic side effects during radioactive iodine treatment. Relatively often, loss of appetite, changes in taste, nausea and irritation of the salivary glands occur during therapy; relatively rarely, neck pain or swelling, headache, or temporary changes in the blood picture are disturbing.

Serious long-term effects are rare, affecting mainly the salivary and lacrimal glands, bone marrow (very rarely in patients over 45 years of age - depression bone marrow), lungs (very rarely - radiation pneumonia, worsening of pre-existing pneumonia), ovaries (temporary absence of ovulation, increased incidence of malformations in newborns born from pregnancy during the first year after treatment), testicles (azoospermia).

Accordingly, in persons in contact with treated patients, the possibility of side effects is very low. This applies more to children, pregnant and lactating women. Well, it can also be for people who are in a borderline state between health and illness.

Edema can occur when movement is restricted, with arrhythmias accompanied by heart failure, when wearing rubber bands on lower limbs, especially with problems with peripheral vessels, with excessive salt intake - the causes of edema can be different. If the problem really exists - contact your doctor, the diagnosis cannot be made via the Internet - there is simply not enough information to determine the specific cause.

Radiation exposure in medical practices like mammography and cancer treatment, with radioactive leaks like Fukushima, is becoming more important than ever to educate yourself about natural ways to protect yourself from radiation exposure. Fortunately for the protection of important glands endocrine system from radiation toxicity, namely the thyroid gland, iodine is needed.

Why is iodine so important?
Three incidents that happened just a year ago are still dumping millions of gallons of radioactive waste into the ocean. Radioactive waste experts say we're all playing with fire, given the amount of radioactive fuel stored on site at many reactors.

In some cases, the deadly Cesium-137 content is more than 10 times higher than during the Chernobyl accident in 1986. There is no doubt that one's own protection against radiation is extremely important. Now about iodine.

In fact thyroid uses iodine to create thyroid hormones. These hormones are responsible for maintaining metabolic processes in the body. Not only does it help you burn fat, but it also ensures that your lungs are processing air, your heart is still beating, and your liver, kidneys, and spleen are doing their job.

Dr. David Brownstein is an iodine expert. When it comes to radiation, he explains:

“If we have enough inorganic non-radioactive iodine in our body, radioactive fallout will not settle anywhere in our body. They will pass us by, leaving our organisms unscathed. It is important to understand that we have an adequate amount of iodine.”

Iodine can also promote health, naturally cure the following diseases:

ADHD
Mammary cancer
Detoxification
Fatigue
Mastopathy
Basedow's disease
Hashimoto's disease
Hypothyroidism

With several hours of intense exposure, acute radiation sickness can cause the process of DNA degradation in our body. Chronic exposure can cause cancer, and even a small dose of radiation can damage cellular regeneration.

Exists a large number of foods rich in iodine, which can be used to stop the development of radiation sickness. You can also take supplemental iodine, but organic, food-derived iodine is the most beneficial. The Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University recommends the following foods containing iodine:

Dried Seaweed, ¼ oz, > 4.5 mg (3000%)
Cod, 3 oz, 99 mcg (66%)
Iodized salt, 1 gram, 77 mcg (51%)
Baked potatoes with skins, 1 medium, 60 mcg (40%)
Milk, 1 cup (8 fluid ounces), 56 mcg (37%)
Shrimp, 3 oz, 35 mcg (23%)
Fish fingers, 2 fish fingers, 35 mcg (23%)
Turkey breast, baked 3 oz, 34 mcg (23%)
Cooked navy beans, ½ cup, 32 mcg (21%)
Tuna, canned in oil, 3 oz (can be ½), 17 mcg (11%)
Boiled egg, 1 large, 12 mcg (8%)

Despite the assurances of experts that the consequences of explosions at Japanese nuclear power plants are unlikely to reach our shores, people are still scared. Residents of Primorye are buying dosimeters and iodine preparations at crazy prices. Of course, one should hope for the best, but it will not be superfluous to figure out what actually protects against radiation. The leading researcher of the Central Clinical Hospital of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Director of the Center for Restorative Medicine, Doctor of Medical Sciences, will help us with this. Professor Evgeny ZHAROV

Sauerkraut versus isotopes

As our expert said, those isotopes that create an increased radiation background around the affected Japanese nuclear power plants are short-lived. That is, they “weather” after 7-8 days. And, given the direction of the wind, there is no direct threat to our population. However, preventive measures can't hurt. Let's see how the most popular measures to protect the body from radiation work.

- Iodine prevents the accumulation of cesium and strontium in the body. And if healthy man will take iodine-containing products for 3-4 weeks, then there will be no harm. But an excess of this trace element in the body can lead to disruption of the production of thyroid hormones. And it's not safe. Therefore, if there are already or were any problems with thyroid gland, then you should not take iodine without prior consultation with an endocrinologist.

- Red wine does not “remove” radiation, this is a philistine opinion. But it is a powerful antioxidant. That is, it suppresses the action of free radicals and inhibits oxidative processes in the body, which are triggered, including by radiation. In this sense, it can be considered good prophylactic. But! Only in small doses. The dose recommended by WHO is 150-200 ml per day, that is, a glass. In large doses, even the best wine acts like a banal drink and weakens the immune system. Strong drinks, such as vodka, do not affect radiation. And don't start.

- Vitamin C, as you know, activates the body's defenses. Taking vitamin C in daily doses of up to 1.5 grams is a recognized immune booster and part of anti-radiation therapy. Most of all ascorbic acid in sauerkraut, sea buckthorn, citrus fruits - in grapefruits.

Rice and cottage cheese “cleanse” the body from radionuclides

First of all - enterosorption. Per compound word the intake of sorbing agents is hidden, which remove the decay products of radioactive toxins from the intestines. There are pharmacy sorbents (activated carbon - 2-3 tablets before meals, enterosgel, etc.). Of the products, the best cleansing properties are rich in fiber oatmeal, grain bread, pears, raw rice, prunes.

Dairy products, especially cottage cheese, reduce the accumulation of radioactive strontium metal. And the substance methionine, contained in milk and fish, is necessary for the removal of radionuclides.

Also good sorbing properties have fruit and vegetable juices with pulp, decoction of flax seeds, decoction of chaga mushroom (this recipe has long been used by people living near the burial grounds of radioactive substances).

And in general, you need to drink more fluids to ensure the constant work of the kidneys to remove toxins. You can drink just pure clean water small portions between meals.

We really hope that the following advice will not come in handy in practice. But so, for general development: the most undesirable products in conditions of increased radiation are jelly, bone broth (they accumulate radionuclides), beef, boiled eggs (strontium from the shell turns into protein when cooked).

From the general rules of prevention: it is advisable to change and wash clothes after each exit to the street, take a shower several times a day, that is, try to wash off possible radioactive particles from the skin as much as possible.

BY THE WAY

Radiation is more dangerous for men and ... blondes

The threat of radiation contamination is also a huge stress for the body - both psychological and physical. And first of all, as practice has already shown, reproductive function suffers in people exposed to even small doses of radiation. Moreover, studies have shown that male infertility from radiation occurs more often than female. According to Professor Zharov, during the period of the Cold War of armaments, nuclear countries began to actively create sperm banks just in case.

Also, people with fair skin and hair are more susceptible to radiation compared to dark-skinned and dark-haired people. The same mechanism works here as in the case of UV radiation. After all, everyone knows that blondes and blondes burn faster in the sun.

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