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A high amount of lead in the body, an element with no known nutritional value. Lead is found everywhere and a little bit finds its way into everyone and usually causes no problems. Too much lead in the body can cause serious consequences, and affects almost every body organ. The kidneys and the central nervous system, are especially affected.

Causes of

Lead Poisoning


Causes is due to the direct inhalation or ingestion of lead dust or fumes. The body excretes lead very slowly, therefore it accumulates in the body tissues, especially the bones.

Signs and Symptoms of Lead Poisoning


Symptoms include: no symptoms
Mild to moderate levels of lead: paleness, fatigue, lethargy, behavioral changes (e.g., irritability), abdominal discomfort, difficulty concentrating, headache, vomiting, weight loss, tremor, and sleep disorders.
Severe lead poisoning: metallic taste, constipation, severe abdominal cramps, rigidity of the abdominal wall, muscular weakness or paralysis, cerebral type or lead encephalopathy, seizures, coma, neurological defects, retarded mental development, and chronic hyperactivity.

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