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(T65.1) Toxic effect: strychnine and its salts
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240 436 in individuals diagnosis toxic effect: strychnine and its salts confirmed
Diagnosis toxic effect: strychnine and its salts is diagnosed Men are 18.38% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis toxic effect: strychnine and its salts
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis toxic effect: strychnine and its salts
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease toxic effect: strychnine and its salts - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features toxic effect: strychnine and its salts
Absence or low individual and public risk
Toxic effect: strychnine and its salts - what does this mean
Strychnine and its salts are highly toxic, and poisoning occurs through ingestion, inhalation, or absorption through the skin. symptoms of strychnine poisoning include muscle spasms, convulsions, and respiratory failure, which can lead to death.
What happens during the disease - toxic effect: strychnine and its salts
Toxic effect of strychnine and its salts is due to the inhibition of glycine receptors in the spinal cord and brainstem. this leads to an increase in the release of the neurotransmitter glutamate, which causes a massive increase in the excitability of neurons, resulting in convulsions, spasms, and ultimately respiratory failure.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Toxic effect: strychnine and its salts - Prevention
The best way to prevent toxic effects of strychnine and its salts is to avoid contact with these substances. if contact is unavoidable, proper safety measures should be taken such as wearing protective clothing and gloves. additionally, it is important to store strychnine and its salts in a secure, labeled, and locked area away from food and children.