Toroku arsenic disease
Toroku Arsenic Disease
Toroku Arsenic Disease (pronunciation: To-ro-ku Ar-se-nic Di-sea-se) is a medical condition that is caused by long-term exposure to arsenic. The disease was first identified in the Toroku district of Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, hence the name.
Etymology
The term "Toroku Arsenic Disease" is derived from the place where the disease was first identified, the Toroku district in Japan. The word "arsenic" is derived from the Greek word "arsenikon," which means "potent" or "male." The term "disease" comes from the Old French "desaise," which means "lack of ease."
Symptoms
The symptoms of Toroku Arsenic Disease include skin lesions, hyperpigmentation, and keratosis. In severe cases, the disease can lead to cancer of the skin, lungs, and bladder.
Causes
The primary cause of Toroku Arsenic Disease is long-term exposure to arsenic. This can occur through the consumption of contaminated water or food, or through occupational exposure in industries such as mining and smelting.
Treatment
Treatment for Toroku Arsenic Disease primarily involves removing the source of arsenic exposure. In some cases, medications may be used to treat symptoms or slow the progression of the disease.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Toroku arsenic disease
- Wikipedia's article - Toroku arsenic disease
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