A 25-year-old man develops Severe Anemia, fatigue, and cough after using a folk remedy. Explore this case of an unexpected and dangerous poisoning.
A previously healthy 25-year-old man presented to the general medicine clinic with a 3-month history of worsening fatigue, nausea, and dry cough following administration of a folk remedy for tinea cruris. Laboratory studies showed a hemoglobin level of 6.5 g per deciliter (reference range, 12.0 to 16.0), and normal renal function. Chest and abdominal radiographs were obtained. Which of the following is the appropriate treatment for this condition?
What is the most likely diagnosis?
Anemia, Chelation Therapy, Folk Remedy, Heavy Metals, Mercury Poisoning
