Various agents can cause toxic exposure, including:
- Heavy Metals: Lead, mercury, and arsenic can accumulate in tissues and cause significant damage. - Pesticides: Organophosphates and carbamates can disrupt normal cellular functions. - Industrial Chemicals: Benzene, formaldehyde, and other chemicals can cause both acute and chronic tissue damage. - Pharmaceuticals: Overdose or prolonged use of certain medications can lead to toxic effects on tissues. - Environmental Pollutants: Airborne pollutants like particulate matter and ozone can cause respiratory tissue damage.
