Selenium



Area of Body
Possible Health Effects
Nervous System
Damage to Peripheral Nervous System, Irritability
Cardiovascular System
None
Digestive System
None
Reproductive System
None
Skeletal/Muscular
Hair and Fingernail Changes
Skin/Organs

Dermatitis, Kidney Damage

Other Complications
Mucous Membrane Irritation
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For more complete information, please visit:

U.S. EPA Drinking Water Consume Fact Sheet