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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Fluoride toxicity
			\| image = [[File:Ethenesulfonyl_fluoride_synthesis.svg\|250px]]
			\| caption = Diagram showing a chemical reaction involving fluoride
			\| field = [[Toxicology]]
			\| synonyms = Fluorosis, fluoride poisoning
			\| symptoms = [[Nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[abdominal pain]], [[diarrhea]], [[muscle weakness]], [[seizures]], [[cardiac arrest]]
			\| complications = [[Skeletal fluorosis]], [[dental fluorosis]], [[renal failure]]
			\| onset = Acute or chronic
			\| duration = Varies depending on exposure
			\| causes = Excessive intake of [[fluoride]]
			\| risks = [[Industrial exposure]], [[fluoridated water]], [[pesticides]], [[toothpaste]] ingestion
			\| diagnosis = [[Blood test]], [[urine test]], [[clinical evaluation]]
			\| differential = [[Calcium deficiency]], [[magnesium deficiency]], [[lead poisoning]]
			\| prevention = Monitoring fluoride levels, using fluoride-free products
			\| treatment = [[Calcium gluconate]], [[gastric lavage]], [[hemodialysis]]
			\| medication = [[Calcium]], [[magnesium]], [[activated charcoal]]
			\| prognosis = Depends on severity and treatment
			\| frequency = Rare in developed countries
			\| deaths = Rare, but possible in severe cases
			}}
	= Fluoride Toxicity =		= Fluoride Toxicity =
			== Introduction ==
	== ~~Overview~~ ==
	'''Fluoride toxicity''' is a medical condition resulting from elevated levels of the [[fluoride]] ion in the body. While fluoride is beneficial in small amounts, particularly for dental health, excessive exposure can lead to adverse health effects.		'''Fluoride toxicity''' is a medical condition resulting from elevated levels of the [[fluoride]] ion in the body. While fluoride is beneficial in small amounts, particularly for dental health, excessive exposure can lead to adverse health effects.

	~~[[File:Ethenesulfonyl fluoride synthesis.svg\|thumb\|500px\|Chemical structure of fluoride ion]]~~

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	Fluoride toxicity can occur due to various reasons, including:		Fluoride toxicity can occur due to various reasons, including:
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	* High levels of fluoride in drinking water		* High levels of fluoride in drinking water
	* Accidental ingestion of insecticides or rodenticides containing fluoride compounds		* Accidental ingestion of insecticides or rodenticides containing fluoride compounds

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	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	Symptoms of fluoride toxicity vary based on the level of exposure and can include:		Symptoms of fluoride toxicity vary based on the level of exposure and can include:
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	* Muscle weakness and tremors		* Muscle weakness and tremors
	* Seizures and neurological effects in extreme cases		* Seizures and neurological effects in extreme cases

	==Is fluoride safe for teeth?==		==Is fluoride safe for teeth?==
	Although fluoride is safe for [[dental health]] at low concentrations, sustained consumption of large amounts of soluble fluoride salts is dangerous.		Although fluoride is safe for [[dental health]] at low concentrations, sustained consumption of large amounts of soluble fluoride salts is dangerous.

	==What is the lethal dose?==		==What is the lethal dose?==
	Referring to a common salt of fluoride, [[sodium fluoride]] (NaF), the lethal dose for most adult humans is estimated at 5 to 10 g (which is equivalent to 32 to 64 mg elemental fluoride/kg body weight).		Referring to a common salt of fluoride, [[sodium fluoride]] (NaF), the lethal dose for most adult humans is estimated at 5 to 10 g (which is equivalent to 32 to 64 mg elemental fluoride/kg body weight).

	==What are the symptoms?==		==What are the symptoms?==
	Ingestion of fluoride can produce gastrointestinal discomfort at doses at least 15 to 20 times lower (0.2-0.3 mg/kg or 10 to 15 mg for a 50 kg person) than lethal doses.		Ingestion of fluoride can produce gastrointestinal discomfort at doses at least 15 to 20 times lower (0.2-0.3 mg/kg or 10 to 15 mg for a 50 kg person) than lethal doses.

	==Chronic ingestion==		==Chronic ingestion==
	Although it is helpful topically for dental health in low dosage, chronic ingestion of fluoride in large amounts interferes with [[bone]] formation.		Although it is helpful topically for dental health in low dosage, chronic ingestion of fluoride in large amounts interferes with [[bone]] formation.

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==
	Diagnosing fluoride toxicity involves:		Diagnosing fluoride toxicity involves:
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	* Physical examination, particularly of dental and skeletal structures		* Physical examination, particularly of dental and skeletal structures
	* Blood and urine tests to measure fluoride levels		* Blood and urine tests to measure fluoride levels

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	Treatment strategies focus on reducing fluoride exposure and managing symptoms. They include:		Treatment strategies focus on reducing fluoride exposure and managing symptoms. They include:
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	* Supportive care for acute symptoms		* Supportive care for acute symptoms
	* In severe cases, therapies to remove fluoride from the body, such as calcium or magnesium administration		* In severe cases, therapies to remove fluoride from the body, such as calcium or magnesium administration

	== Prevention ==		== Prevention ==
	Preventive measures include:		Preventive measures include:
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	* Monitoring fluoride levels in community water supplies		* Monitoring fluoride levels in community water supplies
	* Educating the public about the risks of excessive fluoride intake		* Educating the public about the risks of excessive fluoride intake

	== Epidemiology ==		== Epidemiology ==
	Fluoride toxicity is rare in regions with controlled levels of fluoride in water supplies but can be a concern in areas with natural high fluoride levels or industrial contamination.		Fluoride toxicity is rare in regions with controlled levels of fluoride in water supplies but can be a concern in areas with natural high fluoride levels or industrial contamination.

	== Societal and Cultural Impact ==		== Societal and Cultural Impact ==
	The debate over water fluoridation and its balance between dental health benefits and the risk of toxicity has been a significant public health topic.		The debate over water fluoridation and its balance between dental health benefits and the risk of toxicity has been a significant public health topic.

	== References ==		== References ==
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	* [https://www.cdc.gov/fluoridation/faqs/about-fluoride.html CDC - About Fluoride]		* [https://www.cdc.gov/fluoridation/faqs/about-fluoride.html CDC - About Fluoride]
	* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3956646/ National Center for Biotechnology Information - Fluoride Toxicity]		* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3956646/ National Center for Biotechnology Information - Fluoride Toxicity]

	== External Links ==		== External Links ==
	* [https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxfaqs/tfacts11.pdf Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry - Fluoride]		* [https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxfaqs/tfacts11.pdf Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry - Fluoride]
	* [https://www.ada.org/en/public-programs/advocating-for-the-public/fluoride-and-fluoridation American Dental Association - Fluoride and Fluoridation]		* [https://www.ada.org/en/public-programs/advocating-for-the-public/fluoride-and-fluoridation American Dental Association - Fluoride and Fluoridation]

	[[Category:Toxicology]]		[[Category:Toxicology]]
	[[Category:Environmental Health]]		[[Category:Environmental Health]]

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= Fluoride Toxicity =

== Overview ==
'''Fluoride toxicity''' is a medical condition resulting from elevated levels of the [[fluoride]] ion in the body. While fluoride is beneficial in small amounts, particularly for dental health, excessive exposure can lead to adverse health effects.

[[File:Ethenesulfonyl fluoride synthesis.svg|thumb|500px|Chemical structure of fluoride ion]]

== Causes ==
Fluoride toxicity can occur due to various reasons, including:
* Excessive consumption of fluoridated dental products
* Prolonged exposure to industrial compounds containing fluoride
* High levels of fluoride in drinking water
* Accidental ingestion of insecticides or rodenticides containing fluoride compounds

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== Symptoms ==
Symptoms of fluoride toxicity vary based on the level of exposure and can include:
* Dental fluorosis (in mild chronic cases)
* Skeletal fluorosis (in severe chronic cases)
* Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea (in acute cases)
* Muscle weakness and tremors
* Seizures and neurological effects in extreme cases

==Is fluoride safe for teeth?==
Although fluoride is safe for [[dental health]] at low concentrations, sustained consumption of large amounts of soluble fluoride salts is dangerous.

==What is the lethal dose?==
Referring to a common salt of fluoride, [[sodium fluoride]] (NaF), the lethal dose for most adult humans is estimated at 5 to 10 g (which is equivalent to 32 to 64 mg elemental fluoride/kg body weight).

==What are the symptoms?==
Ingestion of fluoride can produce gastrointestinal discomfort at doses at least 15 to 20 times lower (0.2-0.3 mg/kg or 10 to 15 mg for a 50 kg person) than lethal doses.

==Chronic ingestion==
Although it is helpful topically for dental health in low dosage, chronic ingestion of fluoride in large amounts interferes with [[bone]] formation.

== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosing fluoride toxicity involves:
* Patient history to identify potential sources of fluoride exposure
* Physical examination, particularly of dental and skeletal structures
* Blood and urine tests to measure fluoride levels

== Treatment ==
Treatment strategies focus on reducing fluoride exposure and managing symptoms. They include:
* Discontinuing use of fluoride-rich products or water
* Supportive care for acute symptoms
* In severe cases, therapies to remove fluoride from the body, such as calcium or magnesium administration

== Prevention ==
Preventive measures include:
* Using fluoridated dental products as recommended
* Monitoring fluoride levels in community water supplies
* Educating the public about the risks of excessive fluoride intake

== Epidemiology ==
Fluoride toxicity is rare in regions with controlled levels of fluoride in water supplies but can be a concern in areas with natural high fluoride levels or industrial contamination.

== Societal and Cultural Impact ==
The debate over water fluoridation and its balance between dental health benefits and the risk of toxicity has been a significant public health topic.

== References ==
<references/>
* [https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/fluoride-and-oral-health World Health Organization - Fluoride and Oral Health]
* [https://www.cdc.gov/fluoridation/faqs/about-fluoride.html CDC - About Fluoride]
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3956646/ National Center for Biotechnology Information - Fluoride Toxicity]

== External Links ==
* [https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxfaqs/tfacts11.pdf Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry - Fluoride]
* [https://www.ada.org/en/public-programs/advocating-for-the-public/fluoride-and-fluoridation American Dental Association - Fluoride and Fluoridation]

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[[Category:Environmental Health]]
[[Category:Dental Health]]
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Kondreddy Naveen at 22:40, 22 November 2023