T51-T65: Toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source
T60: Toxic effect of pesticides
The group of conditions titled "Toxic effect of pesticides" refers to a cluster of diverse health issues resulting from exposure to various types of pesticides. Pesticide toxicity can occur through inhalation, skin contact, or ingestion, often as a result of mishandling or misuse of pesticide-containing products. Symptoms significantly vary but commonly include nausea, headaches, dizziness, skin irritation, breathing difficulties, and in severe cases, seizures or loss of consciousness. The progression of effects depends on the extent and duration of exposure, with acute instances showing immediate symptoms and chronic exposure potentially leading to long-term health hazards such as neurological disorders or cancer. The systems primarily affected include the skin, respiratory, neurological, and gastrointestinal systems. These conditions are generally diagnosed based on reported exposure history and presenting symptoms.
Subcodes of T60:
- T60.0: Toxic effect: Organophosphate and carbamate insecticides
- T60.1: Toxic effect: Halogenated insecticides
- T60.2: Toxic effect: Other and unspecified insecticides
- T60.3: Toxic effect: Herbicides and fungicides
- T60.4: Toxic effect: Rodenticides
- T60.8: Toxic effect: Other pesticides
- T60.9: Toxic effect: Pesticide, unspecified
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