A condition resulting from excessive intake of iron. Iron poisoning generally only occurs when too many iron supplements are taken - most cases involves children accidentally eating too many iron tablets. Iron poisoning can cause gastrointestinal ulcers, vomiting, diarrhea, liver damage and abdominal pain.
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