Lead Poison Danger

Sickness and Injury From Lead Poison

What does the term "lead poison" mean exactly? Well, it's just what it sounds like: an accumulation of lead inside the body which becomes toxic, and therefore poisons you. There are many different things that can cause lead poisoning and anyone can get it. Even though it is more common among children because their bodies absorb 50% of lead ingestion (as opposed to adults, whose bodies absorb only 10%) adults still get lead poisoning as well.

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Lead poisoning can come from many different things. Some of the high risk potentials for lead poisoning are old window glaze and lead-based paint chips. Medium risk sources for lead poisoning are dust and other debris from older building renovation, and soil. Drinking water, household dust, and playground soil are all low risks for lead poisoning, but still propose a threat.

Some Common Lead Poisoning Symptoms:

• Anemia
• Fatigue
• Constipation
• Depression
• High Blood Pressure
• Decreased Appetite
• Foot or Wrist Weakness
• Kidney Failure
• Vomiting
  

The symptoms listed above are just the beginning of the harmful effects that lead poisoning can have on you. If you believe you may have been lead poisoned, get medical help immediately. If left untreated, it can damage many of your internal organs, especially, but not limited to: your brain, the kidney, and your nervous system. These consequences can be even more devestating to children under 7.

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