Manganese Poisoning

Manganese Poisoning

Manganese is an important industrial metal frequently used in welding. Throughout the centuries people used it in paint, glassmaking, and metalworking. Although it is poisonous in large concentrations it is also a vital chemical needed by every form of life.

People have known since the early 19 th century that inhaling manganese over a long period of time causes devastating mental disability, but it was deemed too vital in too many industrial processes to quit using. Manganese poisoning is frequently misdiagnosed in humans as Parkinson’s disease, for both conditions cause similar symptoms but differ in their causes. Common symptoms of poisoning include weakness, shaking, respiratory problems, and loss of coordination.

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Manganese Exposure

Exposure to manganese has been known to cause severe health problems for almost 200 years, but because it is such a versatile aspect of industrial processes from glassmaking to metalworking it remains too important to eliminate. In the 21 st century scientists demonstrated that manganese causes a neurodegenerative disease that destroys the nervous system in rats, confirming what people had known for centuries.

The people most at risk for manganese exposure usually work in foundries, railroads, mines, construction sites, or anywhere heavy metals are created, consumed, or transported. People living around these areas are frequently exposed to manganese though infected air, water, and food supplies. Many victims of manganese exposure suffer from coordination problems, slow motor functions and movement, memory lapses, and mild to severe tremors.

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Welding Fumes

One of the most important uses of manganese is in welding rods. Welders use these rods to fuse pieces of metal together, but burning the metal releases dangerous manganese fumes into the air. Manganese fumes are known to cause serious neurological conditions including tremors, weakness, and coordination problems. Welding is one of the most important industrial and construction processes, and as such millions of workers are at risk of manganese poisoning. Even though the government sets stringent restrictions on the amount of manganese workers can be exposed to at least 40% of all welders exhibit some form of mental disability due to their profession. If exposure to welding fumes caused you to develop health problems you may be entitled to compensation for your pain and suffering. Our dedicated, experienced, and knowledgeable attorneys understand your difficult situation and are ready to represent you. Contact us today.

Parkinson's Misdiagnosis

Manganese poisoning is often confused with Parkinson’s disease because they cause similar outward symptoms such as tremors, coordination and movement difficulties, lethargy, and concentration problems. While doctors cannot pinpoint the cause of Parkinson’s disease, manganese exposure has been known since 1837 to cause Parkinson’s-like symptoms.

Some doctors confuse the two illnesses because they are so similar, but a detailed investigation into the patient’s work and health history can pinpoint manganese exposure as the cause of the condition. Some doctors are unaware of the dangers of manganese, and their misdiagnosis reflects their ignorance. Manganese exposure must be diagnosed correctly so it can be treated properly, otherwise the condition will progress to the point where therapy and medication are ineffective.

If your doctor misdiagnosed your manganese poisoning you need to seek legal representation. You should not trust your health to incompetent or inexperienced doctors, nor should you let your job cause you ill health. You may be able to recover damages from those responsible for your condition. Contact our attorneys and let us represent you today.

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