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I am possibly selenium poisoined. my memory is getting worse still have a bad smell, muscle jerks and confusion, either way my head is so scarambled?

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Dr. Fidias De Leon answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

See a doctor : Many vitamin supplements may contain high levels of selenium. However, selenium poisoning is rare. See a doctor for physical exam and blood work.

Answered 3/15/2013

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Get blood test.: If you have a garlic odor on your breath, gastrointestinal disturbance, and issues like sloughing of your nails, and overall fatigue and irritability, you must see your doctor/go to the er as soon as you can as these are signs of this poisoning. You might even have a deficiency in this or in calcium, which can explain your muscle jerks. Please see your doctor asap for a blood test and work-up.

Answered 3/26/2013

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