(T60) Toxic effect of pesticides

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97 927 in individuals diagnosis toxic effect of pesticides confirmed

Diagnosis toxic effect of pesticides is diagnosed Men are 27.34% more likely than Women

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Women receive the diagnosis toxic effect of pesticides

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Risk Group for the Disease toxic effect of pesticides - Men and Women aged 0-5

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features toxic effect of pesticides

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Toxic effect of pesticides - what does this mean

Toxic effects of pesticides occur when an individual is exposed to a higher than normal level of a pesticide, either through inhalation, ingestion, or direct contact. this can result in a variety of symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, headaches, dizziness, confusion, and difficulty breathing. in extreme cases, it can lead to organ damage and even death.

What happens during the disease - toxic effect of pesticides

Pesticides are chemicals designed to kill or repel unwanted organisms, but their toxic effects can also be harmful to humans. when pesticides are ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin, they can enter the body and cause a variety of health problems. in the short-term, pesticides can cause dizziness, headaches, nausea, and vomiting. long-term exposure to pesticides can cause cancer, organ damage, and reproductive problems. additionally, pesticides can disrupt the body’s endocrine system, leading to hormonal imbalances and other issues.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination of the patient
  • Blood tests
  • Urine tests
  • Liver function tests
  • X-Rays
  • CT scans
  • MRI scans
  • Environmental sampling
  • Toxicology studies

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the toxic effects of pesticides
  • Educate people on proper use of pesticides and safety precautions
  • Provide medical treatment for those affected by pesticide poisoning
  • Promote the use of safer alternatives to pesticides
  • Improve agricultural practices to reduce the need for pesticides
  • Increase public awareness of the dangers of pesticide exposure
  • Conduct research to understand the effects of pesticides on human health
  • Develop laws and regulations to control the use of pesticides
  • Enforce existing laws and regulations to ensure compliance
  • Provide financial and technical support to farmers to reduce pesticide use
  • Develop strategies to reduce pesticide residues in food products
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5 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Toxic effect of pesticides - Prevention

The best way to prevent the toxic effects of pesticides is to use them only when absolutely necessary, and to ensure that they are used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. additionally, it is important to use protective clothing when applying pesticides and to take precautions to avoid contact with skin, eyes, and mouth. lastly, it is important to ensure that any areas that have been sprayed are adequately ventilated.

Specified forms of the disease

(T60.0) Toxic effect: Organophosphate and carbamate insecticides
(T60.1) Toxic effect: Halogenated insecticides
(T60.2) Toxic effect: Other and unspecified insecticides
(T60.3) Toxic effect: Herbicides and fungicides
(T60.4) Toxic effect: Rodenticides
(T60.8) Toxic effect: Other pesticides
(T60.9) Toxic effect: Pesticide, unspecified