Department of Medicine by theทดลองเล่นInstitute of Dermatology Warning of the dangers of mercury It is found in many product mixes. causing harm to various systems in the body
Dr. Somsak Ankasil, Director-General of the Department of Medical Services It was revealed that mercury is not a new hazardous substance that has recently been used in Thai society. During the past 20-30 years, mercury used to be the number one hazardous substance in cosmetics used in Thailand before. which is popularly mixed in cream As the trend of fair skin has increased, mercury is illegally used in cosmetics to treat melasma, dark spots or whiten skin. Mercury is the most common hazardous substance, followed by hydroquinone. and vitamin A acid This is extremely dangerous because mercury poisoning affects many systems of the body.
Ms. Mingkwan Wichaidit, director of the Institute of Dermatology, Department of Medical Services, added. The main toxic effects of mercury on the body are
skin toxicity Although mercury has a decreasing effect on the pigment. But found that it can cause allergic reactions. if used long term will make the skin thinner Increased black spots on the skin, permanent melasma or in some places will cause permanent skin spots.
neurotoxicity cause tremors Peripheral neuropathy Impaired balance, seizures, depression or hallucinations can occur.
liver and kidney toxicity cause hepatitis and long-term nephritis
blood poisoning cause anemia
If used during pregnancy Mercury is absorbed into the baby. And there is a risk of cerebral palsy and mental retardation in the baby.
