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Mercury Toxicity / Mercury Poisoning

 

Mercury Toxicity / Mercury PoisoningMercury Toxicity / Mercury Poisoning Sources:

  • Aquatic food chains 
  • Fungicides 
  • Thermometers 
  • Thermostats 
  • Dental amalgams 
  • Algaecides 
  • Childhood vaccines 
  • Medicines (Mercurochrome and merthiolate) 
  • Paints 
  • Batteries 
  • Electrical relays 
  • Coal-burning emissions 
  • Mining 
  • Explosives. 

Synergistic for Mercury Toxicity / Poisoning Uptake/Retention:

  • Selenium deficiency

Antagonistic for Mercury Toxicity / Poisoning Uptake/Retention:

  • Adequate manganese, zinc, and copper

Mercury Toxicity / Poisoning Physiological Interactions:

The organic form is readily absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract (90-100%); lesser but still significant amounts of inorganic mercury are absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract (7-15%). Organic mercury has a half-life of 2 months & binds to enzymes, proteins, and glutathione. MAO, caralase, P-450, and mitochondrial functions are affected. Accumulates also in the liver and kidneys.

Symptoms of Excessive Mercury Toxicity / Poisoning Exposure:

Headache, fine tremor, increased salivation, excitability, hypertension, skin rash, poor mental concentration, metallic taste. Target organs are the brain and kidneys.

References

Genova Diagnostics Toxic & Nutrient Elements Chart

 

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