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GlossaryThallium

heavy metal that is highly toxic and can cause alopecia

Thallium is a heavy metal that is highly toxic and can be found in trace amounts in the environment. It was historically used in rat poisons and insecticides, but due to its toxicity, its use has been restricted. Thallium exposure can lead to severe health issues, including hair loss (alopecia), neurological damage, and even death. In a professional context, thallium poisoning is diagnosed through blood and urine tests, and treatment often involves the use of Prussian blue, a compound that helps remove thallium from the body.

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research Thallium Poisoning: Diagnosis May Be Elusive But Alopecia Is The Clue

119 citations, June 1993 in “BMJ”

Alopecia is a key indicator of thallium poisoning.

research Thallium Poisoning: Emphasis on Early Diagnosis and Response to Hemodialysis

60 citations, February 2003 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal”

Early diagnosis and haemodialysis can effectively treat thallium poisoning.

research Two-Year Follow-Up of Two Patients After Severe Thallium Intoxication

52 citations, May 2009 in “Human & experimental toxicology”

Hair loss and polyneuropathy improved, but severe vision impairment persisted.

research Clinical Manifestations and Management of Acute Thallium Poisoning

48 citations, January 2008 in “European Neurology”

Thallium poisoning causes pain, hair loss, and nerve issues, treatable with hemoperfusion and hemodialysis.

research Skin Signs in the Diagnosis of Thallium Poisoning

48 citations, February 1998 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Thallium poisoning can cause severe neurological symptoms and hair loss.

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