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What are some of the possible adverse effects or symptoms of toxic mercury in the body?

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What are some of the possible adverse effects or symptoms of toxic mercury in the body?

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There are two kinds of mercury toxicity: acute and chronic. Acute mercury poisoning occurs from a single large exposure, and has easily identified signs and symptoms, depending on the form of mercury. Chronic mercury poisoning is more typically associated with amalgam fillings and results from the extended exposure to minute doses. Chronic mercury exposure can be more difficult to recognize due to its gradual impact, although it can lead to severe long-term health effects in some people, depending on that person’s sensitivity and level of exposure. Mercury is a neurotoxin and exhibits neurological effects and psychiatric symptoms, including: Depression Irritability Erthism (exaggerated response to stimuli) Excessive shyness Insomnia Emotional instability Forgetfulness Confusion Chorea (irregular, spasmdic, involuntary movements) Ataxia (uncoordinated muscular movements) Convulsions or Seizures Mental retardation Other symptoms include: Vasomotor symptoms such as excessive perspiration,

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