What Are Some Examples of Specific Toxins and Their Pathological Effects?
- Alcohol: Chronic alcohol abuse can result in fatty liver, cirrhosis, and pancreatitis. - Cyanide: Causes histotoxic hypoxia, leading to bright red blood and tissues due to the inability of cells to utilize oxygen. - Amanita phalloides (Death Cap Mushroom): Results in severe liver necrosis and renal tubular damage.