Which of the following diseases is related to cadmium pollution?

Minamata

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Pneumoconiosis

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Anaemia

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Itai-itai

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Solution

The correct option is C Itai-itai
Itai-itai disease was caused by cadmium poisoning due to mining in Toyama Prefecture. The term was coined by locals for the severe pains victims felt in the spine and joints. One of the main effects of cadmium poisoning is weak and brittle bones. Other complications include coughing, anemia, and kidney failure, leading to death.
Therefore, the correct answer is option D.

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