Organophosphate Poisoning: Severe Exposure

Organophosphate poisoning can cause several serious complications. These include:

• metabolic disorders, such as hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) and glycosuria (excess sugar in urine)
• diabetic ketoacidosis , in which your blood produces excess blood acids
• pancreatitis , or inflammation of the pancreas
• cancer
• neurological problems, such as muscle weakness and twitching, poor concentration, poor memory, and post-traumatic stress disorder
• fertility problems

Complications tend to become worse the longer and more intensely you are exposed to organophosphates.

• Doctors may administer -

1. Atropine to stabilize your breathing.
2. Pralidoxime, which can help relieve neuromuscular problems.
3. In severe cases, Benzodiazepine to prevent or stop seizures

• If exposed to organophosphates ...