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How do you fix selenium toxicity?
Treatment involves discontinuation of the source of excessive intake and supportive care. There is no known antidote or suitable chelator. In a published11 case of selenium poisoning, the patient took 10 tablets a day for 2 weeks following a loading dose of a supplement containing an unknown amount of selenium.
How do you check your selenium level?
Diagnosing selenium deficiency can be done with a blood test, which indicated recent selenium intake. Hair or nail samples can also be taken which gives a better indication of long-term selenium status.
How long does it take to recover from selenium toxicity?
Treatment is by supportive care. There is no known effective antidote. Symptomatic recovery may be quite rapid, occurring within 2 weeks in one case.
Is 100 mcg of selenium too much?
Selenium is suggested in doses of no more than 200 mcg per day. The treatment range for selenium is narrow. You shouldn’t take too much. The recommended dose is 100 mcg to 200 mcg per day.
What happens if you have high selenium levels?
High blood levels of selenium can result in selenosis, with gastrointestinal distress, hair loss, white spots on nails, fatigue, and irritability.
How can you tell if you have selenium in your blood?
The first indicator that you’ve reached toxic levels of selenium, or selenosis, is a garlic odor in your breath and a metallic taste. Next, you might notice hair and nail loss and brittleness, as well as both gastrointestinal and neurological issues.
What can selenium deficiency do to your hair?
Hair Loss – Selenium deficiency can also cause hair loss which means many people with hair loss use selenium. Just be sure that your dose isn’t too high or you may cause the same problem. #2. Brittle Nails – Selenium toxicity can cause changes to your nail beds including discoloration in your nails. #3.
When do the symptoms of selenium toxicity go away?
Nausea – Nausea that sticks with you throughout the day may be an indication your selenium level is too high. These minor symptoms should completely fade within 2-3 months once you stop taking selenium.