Mercury poisoning -- consumption of contaminated fish

Mercury poisoning -- consumption of contaminated fish: Introduction

Mercury poisoning -- consumption of contaminated fish: Eating fish contaminated with mercury can lead to mercury poisoning in humans. The severity and range of symptoms experienced can vary greatly depending on the level and duration of exposure. Severe poisoning can lead to death. Pregnant women who eat mercury contaminated fish may give birth to infants who suffer symptoms such as ataxia, tremors, seizures, mental retardation and cerebral palsy. An epidemic was reported where hundreds of Japanese villagers suffered mercury poisoning after eating fish contaminated by a nearby factory. Nearly half of the victims eventually died and children born during that period suffered a variety of neurological problems. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Mercury poisoning -- consumption of contaminated fish is available below.

Symptoms of Mercury poisoning -- consumption of contaminated fish

• Mental confusion
• Convulsions
• Coma
• Cerebral palsy - prenatal mercury exposure
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Mercury poisoning -- consumption of contaminated fish: Complications

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• Death
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Causes of Mercury poisoning -- consumption of contaminated fish

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