Occupational liver damage -- Aromatic halogenated hydrocarbons: Damage or injury to the liver caused by exposure to certain aromatic halogenated hydrocarbons in an occupational setting. Often other organs and tissues are also affected but only the liver toxicity symptoms are listed below. Symptoms vary depending on the degree of exposure and hence extent of the liver damage or injury. Mild liver damage may cause few if any symptoms whereas severe damage can ultimately result in liver failure. Symptoms may be acute, subacute or chronic depending on the severity of the exposure. Factors such as age, race, gender, overall health and underlying liver problems may also influence a person's risk of developing liver problems and the severity of the symptoms. Occupational liver damage is considered relatively uncommon due to current safe industrial practices. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Occupational liver damage -- Aromatic halogenated hydrocarbons is available below.
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