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autointoxication

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au·to·in·tox·i·ca·tion (ôt-n-tks-kshn)
n.
Self-poisoning resulting from the absorption of waste products of metabolism, decomposed intestinal matter, or other toxins produced within the body. Also called endogenic toxicosis.
autointoxication
[-intok′sikā′shən]
Etymology: Gk, autos + L, in; Gk, toxikon, poison
a condition of poisoning by substances generated by one's own body, as by toxins resulting from a metabolic disorder.
autointoxication,
n disease caused by the accrual of contaminants produced inside the living organism.
autointoxication
poisoning by toxins formed within the body. In dogs it has been associated with changes and indiscretion in diet.
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