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What Causes Muscle Spasm Hindering Motor Skills When Contaminated By Organophosphate Pesticide?
Gregor, who works at a pesticide factory, comes to the clinic complaining of muscle spasms that interfere with his movement nad breathing. A blood test shows that he has become contaminated with organophosphate pesticide. The doctor states that this type of pesticide is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. How would you explain to Gregor what this means?
Wed, 2 Nov 2022
Hello,
Since your friend is working in a pesticide company, it is likely that there is accidental consumption of pesticide. The treatment consists of antidote for the pesticide and avoid coming in contact with pesticide for few days.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
Since your friend is working in a pesticide company, it is likely that there is accidental consumption of pesticide. The treatment consists of antidote for the pesticide and avoid coming in contact with pesticide for few days.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
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