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What is the primary cause of Minamata disease?
What is the primary cause of Minamata disease?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with Minamata disease?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with Minamata disease?
In severe cases of Minamata disease, what can occur within weeks of symptom onset?
In severe cases of Minamata disease, what can occur within weeks of symptom onset?
When was Minamata disease first discovered?
When was Minamata disease first discovered?
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Which symptom is characterized by a lack of coordination of muscle movements?
Which symptom is characterized by a lack of coordination of muscle movements?
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Study Notes
Minamata Disease
- Minamata disease emerged in 1965 in Minamata, Japan.
- The cause was significant mercury contamination.
- Symptoms include:
- Ataxia (lack of muscle coordination).
- Numbness in hands and feet.
- Impairment of vision, hearing, and speech.
- Severe cases can lead to paralysis, coma, and death within weeks of symptom onset.
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Explore the historical context and symptoms of Minamata Disease, which emerged due to mercury contamination in Japan in 1965. This quiz highlights the neurological effects on individuals and the severity of the condition, offering insights into its tragic impact.
