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Metal Allergy Symptoms
An allergic reaction to metal can be a highly irritating and even painful experience.
Typically, the skin breaks out in a rash around the area the metal has been inserted into the body.
Symptoms of metal allergy:
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Skin turns red,
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Skin becomes itchy,
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Painful fluid-filled blisters,
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Swelling of the joint,
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Heat around the joint,
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Generally feeling unwell,
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There is no allergy medication that can cure a metal allergy, but precautions can be taken to eliminate the exposure by preoperative screening to minimise or prevent the discomfort.
Heavy metal poisoning may result in symptoms like,
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hormonal imbalances,
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depression,
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cancer and food allergies.
Metal Allergy Screening can detect metal allergies before your surgery.