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B.6 - Poisoning of the digestive tract, the liver and photosensitization (mechanism of action, effects, symptoms) Flashcards

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How do Phorbol Esters affect the body?

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  • Promote Histamine release → Inflammation
  • Activate Leucocyto Integrins → Transendothelial Migration
  • Activate Cytokine release → Tissue damage and Pain
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Symptoms of Phorbol Esters

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  • Dermatitis
  • Conjunctivitis
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How do tannins affect the body?

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  1. Precipitation of proteins
  2. Cause liver necrosis and GI irritation
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How is photosensitisation triggered by plants?

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  1. Creation of free radicals with UV light
  2. Oxidative Damage
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How does common millet affect the body?

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Causes Primary Photosensitisation

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Which plants can poison the liver?

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  • Phomopsins
  • Forage Kale
  • Ragweed
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