Question
Which poison will lead to the Following Symptoms ?
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Arsenic
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| B. |
Lead
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| C. |
Mercury
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| D. |
Cadmium
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Show Answer
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Correct Answer � C
Explanation
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Ans.C. Mercury
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Acrodynia or pink disease (because it is characterized by a generalized body rash) is thought to be an idiosyncratic hypersensitivity reaction particularly seen in children.
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This can be caused by chronic mercury exposure in any form. The onset is insidious with anorexia, insomnia, sweating, skin rash and photophobia.
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Hands and feet become puffy, pinkish. painful, paresthesia with peeling of skin. Teeth may be shed.
