Poisoning

Question 1

Eyes & Skin manifestations in chronic arsenic poisoning

Answer 1

Eyes

• Conjunctivitis
• Corneal necrosis & ulceration

Skin

• Hyperpigmentation
• Palmar & plantar keratosis
• Alopecia
• Multiple epitheliomas
• Mee’s lines - transverse white lines on finger nails

Question 2

GIT & CNS features of chronic arsenic poisoning

Answer 2

GIT

• Anorexia, LOW
• Vomiting, Diarrhoea
• Increased salivation
• Metallic taste
• Jaundice, hepatosplenomegaly

CNS

• Peripheral neuropathy (sensory & motor)
• Muscle wasting & fasciculation
• Ataxia