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خرید پکیج
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Signs and symptoms of lead toxicity

Signs and symptoms of lead toxicity
Lowest exposure: Impaired abilities (patients may be asymptomatic)
  • Learning and behavior problems
  • Lowered IQ
  • Early signs of hyperactivity or ADHD
  • Slowed growth and development
  • Hearing and speech problems
Low exposure
  • Myalgia or paresthesia
  • Mild fatigue
  • Irritability
  • Lethargy
  • Occasional abdominal discomfort
Moderate exposure
  • Fatigue
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Tremor
  • Headache
  • Diffuse abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Weight loss
  • Constipation
High exposure
  • Motor neuropathy (more common in adults)
  • Encephalopathy
    • May abruptly lead to seizures, altered mental status, coma, and death
  • Burton line (blue-black) on gingival tissue
  • Colic (intermittent, severe abdominal cramps)
Adapted from:
  1. Stellman JM. International Labour Office: Encyclopaedia of Occupational Health and Safety: Industries and Occupations. International Labour Office 1998.
  2. Environmental Health and Medicine Education. Lead Toxicity: Clinical Assessment – Signs and Symptoms? Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry 2010.
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