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Thallium toxicity, often misdiagnosed, presents with polyneuropathy and alopecia. Prompt treatment with Prussian blue, activated charcoal, and haemofiltration can improve outcomes, though sequelae may persist.

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  • Neurology
  • Environmental Health

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  • Thallium is a highly toxic, odorless, and tasteless metal.
  • Exposure can occur through skin absorption, inhalation, or ingestion.
  • Thallium toxicity is rare and often misdiagnosed or delayed.

Observation:

  • A 41-year-old landscaper presented with acute polyneuropathy and abdominal pain.
  • Initial diagnoses included Guillain-Barré syndrome and autoimmune encephalopathy.
  • Progressive symptoms over 42 days included muscle weakness, delirium, and alopecia.

Findings:

  • The patient was diagnosed with thallium toxicity.
  • Treatment involved Prussian blue, activated charcoal, and continuous venovenous haemofiltration.
  • The patient showed improvement but experienced residual neuropsychiatric and neuromuscular deficits.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering thallium toxicity in unexplained polyneuropathy and neurological symptoms.
  • Emphasizes the need for proper evidence preservation and information disclosure when the toxin source is uncertain.
  • Underscores the potential for long-term sequelae despite aggressive treatment for heavy metal poisoning.