New Understanding Of Nitrite,Should We Stick To Its Old Image?

Nitrite is the general name of a class of inorganic compounds, mainly white to light yellow powder or particles, slightly salty in taste and soluble in water. Nitrate and nitrite widely exist in human environment. Nitrate in human body can be reduced to nitrite under the action of microorganisms. Nitrite is the precursor of nitroso compounds, which is widely used in industry and construction. In some meat products, they are often used as chromophores, but their use is limited. Nitrite is closely related to human life. When food is stored for a long time, it will produce nitrite, which will cause poisoning symptoms.

What about nitrite poisoning?

Infants and young children are particularly sensitive to nitrite and may develop methemoglobinemia. When infants eat foods with high concentration of nitrite or nitrate, they will suffer from hypoxia, cyanosis and even death. Nitrite positive in urine is often closely related to urinary system infection. When nitrite is positive, it often indicates the occurrence of urinary system infection. The intake of nitrite needs to be controlled. Under normal circumstances, the intake of nitrite should be controlled. If nitrite poisoning occurs, it should be judged according to the severity of the patient. If the patient is slightly poisoned, he should induce vomiting, spit out the food he ate, and drink a lot of water at the same time, so that the toxin can be discharged with the body; If the patient is seriously poisoned, it is necessary to go to the hospital for examination, timely treatment, gastric lavage, catharsis, etc; At the same time, patients should take more rest, pay attention to their diet and take corresponding nursing measures.