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What is the definition of Heavy Metal Poisoning?
Heavy metal poisoning refers to when excessive exposure to a heavy metal affects the normal function of the body. Examples of heavy metals that can cause toxicity include lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium, and chromium. Exposure may occur through the diet, from medications, from the environment, or in the course of work or play. Heavy metals can enter the body through the skin, or by inhalation or ingestion. Toxicity can result from sudden, severe exposure, or from chronic exposure over time. For example, young children are more susceptible to the effects of lead exposure because they absorb more compared with adults and their brains are still developing. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain are common symptoms of acute metal ingestion. Chronic exposure may cause various symptoms resulting from damage to body organs, and may increase the risk of cancer.
What are the alternative names for Heavy Metal Poisoning?
  • Heavy metal poisoning
  • Chronic heavy metal poisoning
  • Heavy Metal Toxicity
Who are the top Heavy Metal Poisoning Local Doctors?
Advanced in Heavy Metal Poisoning
Dr. Bruce T. Faure
Orthopedics
Advanced in Heavy Metal Poisoning
Dr. Bruce T. Faure
Orthopedics
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Aurora Orthopedics

12203 N Corporate Pkwy, 
Mequon, WI 
262-387-8300
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Bruce Faure is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Mequon, Wisconsin. Dr. Faure is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heavy Metal Poisoning. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Heavy Metal Poisoning, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Faure is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Elite in Heavy Metal Poisoning
Elite in Heavy Metal Poisoning
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Minamata, JP 

Masatake Fujimura practices practicing medicine in Minamata, Japan. Fujimura is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heavy Metal Poisoning. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Heavy Metal Poisoning, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, and Neuralgia.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Heavy Metal Poisoning
Elite in Heavy Metal Poisoning
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Kagoshima, JP 

Fusako Usuki practices practicing medicine in Kagoshima, Japan. Ms. Usuki is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heavy Metal Poisoning. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heavy Metal Poisoning, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, and Spasticity.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center