(T64) Toxic effect of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants

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7 080 in individuals diagnosis toxic effect of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants confirmed

Diagnosis toxic effect of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants is diagnosed Women are 1.05% more likely than Men

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Risk Group for the Disease toxic effect of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants - Men and Women aged 0-5

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 25-29, 35-39, 45-49, 60-74
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 15-24, 30-34, 40-44, 50-59, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-14, 20-24, 35-44, 65-69, 75-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-19, 25-34, 45-64, 70-74

Disease Features toxic effect of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Toxic effect of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants - what does this mean

Toxic effects of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants occur when food is contaminated with fungal toxins produced by certain species of fungi, such as aspergillus and penicillium. these toxins can enter the food chain through contaminated crops, resulting in ingestion of the toxins by humans and animals. ingestion of high levels of these toxins can lead to acute toxicity, while chronic exposure can lead to various health issues, including cancer.

What happens during the disease - toxic effect of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants

The toxic effect of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants is caused by the ingestion of food contaminated with aflatoxin and other mycotoxins. these toxins are produced by certain fungi and can be found in grains, nuts, and other food sources. ingestion of these toxins causes damage to the liver and other organs, leading to a variety of symptoms including jaundice, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. long-term exposure to these toxins can lead to liver cancer and other serious health issues.

Clinical Pattern

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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5 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Toxic effect of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants - Prevention

The best way to prevent the toxic effects of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants is to ensure that food is stored properly and to practice good hygiene. this includes avoiding contact with contaminated materials, washing hands, cooking food thoroughly, and avoiding eating moldy or spoiled foods. additionally, it is important to inspect food for signs of spoilage or contamination and to discard any food that appears to be contaminated.

Specified forms of the disease

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(F16.2) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of hallucinogens : dependence syndrome
(F16.3) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of hallucinogens withdrawal state
(F16.4) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of hallucinogens withdrawal state with delirium
(F16.5) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of hallucinogens : psychotic disorder
(F16.6) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of hallucinogens : amnesic syndrome
(F16.7) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of hallucinogens : residual and late-onset psychotic disorder
(F16.8) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of hallucinogens : other mental and behavioural disorders
(F16.9) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of hallucinogens : unspecified mental and behavioural disorder