A mutation causes changes in the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) sequence, which can be due to environmental factors called mutagens. They are radiation, chemicals, and infectious agents. When DNA is mutated, nucleotide becomes arranged in the wrong order where coded instructions get changed, and faulty proteins are formed. The body cannot function properly. It can be inherited from one or both parents.
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How long does mitochondrial poisoning stay in the body?
Query: Hello doctor, Do you know what kind of mitochondrial poison can stay in the body for more than five years? I have a patient with symptoms which looks like a mild mitochondrial poisoning for the past five years. There are only few mitochondrial poisons. So, do you think any one of them can stay in t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Usually the mitochondrial toxicity (poisoning) occurs due to some natural toxins from animals and plants or synthetic.In current days, the mitochondrial toxicity is majorly due to synthetic chemicals as human destroyed many toxic plants and animals in the living place.The... Read Full »
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