Organophosphate

Organophosphates are chemical compounds that are commonly used as pesticides. Some organophosphates are toxic to humans. Organophosphates can be absorbed from the skin, respiratory tract or digestive system. Organophosphates may inhibit interleukin 2.

ME/CFS
Organophosphates are possible triggers of ME/CFS.

Notable studies

 * 1996, Chronic fatigue syndrome as a delayed reaction to low dose organophosphate exposure
 * 2000, Neurological syndromes following organophosphate poisoning. - (Full text)

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 * Wikipedia article