Is the incubation period for glyphosate poisoning really three months?
Aug 24, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Glyphosate is a relatively low-toxicity pesticide, thus posing a low risk of acute poisoning to humans. In most cases of exposure to low doses of glyphosate, there may be no obvious symptoms or side effects. However, if exposed to high doses of glyphosate or with long-term contact, certain signs and symptoms of acute or chronic poisoning may occur.
Generally, glyphosate poisoning has an incubation period of about three months. The detailed analysis is as follows:
Glyphosate is a relatively low-toxicity pesticide, thus posing a low risk of acute poisoning in humans. In most cases of exposure to low doses of glyphosate, there may be no obvious symptoms or side effects. However, if exposed to high doses of glyphosate or long-term contact with it, certain signs and symptoms of acute or chronic poisoning may occur. After glyphosate poisoning, there is a certain incubation period, and due to individual differences in physical condition, symptoms of poisoning may not appear immediately. Typically, within three months, patients may develop symptoms such as oral mucosal ulcers, coughing, vomiting, and difficulty breathing. Therefore, appropriate protective measures should be taken when using glyphosate.
If a patient develops any discomfort symptoms, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and receive appropriate treatment under the guidance of a physician.
