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Agent Orange was a toxic, plant-killing chemical (herbicide) that the U.S. military used to clear foliage during the Vietnam conflict. Exposure to the herbicide causes Agent Orange effects, which include cancer, congenital (birth) disorders and life-threatening health complications.
- AL Amyloidosis. AL amyloidosis is one form of amyloidosis, a protein disorder connected to Agent Orange herbicide exposure. The condition causes the body to make too many light chain proteins that enter organs and make them work less effectively.
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia. Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) that affects the body’s B-cells is known as chronic B-cell leukemia. This condition is a type of cancer that takes over the white blood cells responsible for keeping the immune system running strong.
- Chloracne. There is a direct link between exposure to herbicides like Agent Orange and chloracne. This condition causes severe blemishes on the face, like nodules, cysts, and blackheads.
- Diabetes Type 2. Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the VA doesn’t require you to prove a service connection if you have been diagnosed and served in the Vietnam War.
Jan 23, 2023 · Agent Orange (dioxin) was a plant-killing herbicide and defoliant used in the Vietnam War from 1962–1971. The Agent Orange sprayed in Vietnam during what the U.S. military called Operation Ranch Hand was a mixture of 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo- p -dioxin (TCDD) and other dioxins. Exposure to Agent Orange is linked to certain cancers and other ...
Feb 13, 2024 · Over time, studies showed that exposure to Agent Orange was associated with an increased risk of some cancers as well as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Research also revealed associations between Agent Orange exposures and later development of nervous system degenerative diseases, and significantly higher rates and earlier onsets of ...
Jul 29, 2023 · Agent Orange, a herbicide used during the Vietnam War, contains components such as 2,4,5-trichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4,5-T), 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D), and the contaminant 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin. The toxicity associated with Agent Orange arises from both acute exposure and long-term effects of these chemicals.
- Henry Danchi, Richard J. Chen
- 2023/07/29
Sep 30, 2024 · VA recognizes certain cancers and other health problems as presumptive diseases associated with exposure to Agent Orange or other herbicides during military service. Veterans and their survivors may be eligible for benefits for these diseases. AL Amyloidosis A rare disease caused when an abnormal protein, amyloid, enters tissues or organs.
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Jul 21, 2020 · Public Health. Agent Orange and intergenerational effects. Vietnam Veterans have had concerns about the health effects of Agent Orange and other tactical herbicides on future generations. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), an independent, non-governmental organization, has an agreement with VA to review the ...
