Accidental ingestion of 3% hydrogen peroxide in the neonatal period.

Hydrogen peroxide (H 2 O 2) is an oxidizing agent. High concentrations of H 2 O 2 are used in the chemical industry, and 3% concentrations are used in household disinfectants. Severe H 2 O 2 toxicity occurs with a 35% concentration. After poisoning with H 2 O 2 , corrosive damage occurs. We describe a 3-day-old male who ingested H 2 O 2 accidentally and was treated with supportive care. Hydrogen peroxide intoxication usually occurs in adults accidentally. This is the first report of a newborn case of H 2 O 2 ingestion.