Kratom poison center cases have surged 6,500% in the U.S.
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Kratom poison center cases have surged 6,500% in the U.S.
Kratom use and serious health problems linked to it have risen dramatically across the United States over the past decade. Poison center reports jumped from just 19 cases in 2010 to more than 1,200 in 2023, while severe outcomes—including life-threatening complications, disability, and death—also climbed sharply. Researchers warn that kratom can trigger seizures, abnormal heart rhythms, liver damage, and breathing problems, with risks potentially increasing when it is combined with other drugs.
The use of kratom, a psychoactive plant, has led to an alarming increase in poisoning cases in the United States. A recent study revealed that reported exposures to poison control centers jumped from 19 cases in 2010 to 1,242 in 2023, representing a 6,500% increase. The research, published in the journal Addiction, highlights the seriousness of the situation and the need for stricter regulation. Alarming increase in poisoning cases The data indi…
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