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What are the symptoms of arsenic exposure?

April 26, 2017arsenic exposure symptoms

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What are the symptoms of arsenic exposure?

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Observable symptoms or effects of arsenic poisoning include: • Thickening and discoloration of the skin • Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting • Diarrhea • Numbness in hands and feet • Partial paralysis • Blindness Several studies have shown that inorganic arsenic can increase the risk of lung cancer, skin cancer, bladder cancer, liver cancer, kidney cancer, and prostate cancer. The World Health Organization (WHO), the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have determined that inorganic arsenic can cause cancer in humans.