Lead poisoning symptoms in children
Signs and symptoms of lead poisoning in children include:
Developmental delay
Learning difficulties
Irritability
Loss of appetite
Weight loss
Sluggishness and fatigue
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Constipation
Hearing loss
Seizures
www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/lead-poisoning/symptoms-causes/syc-20354717
Exposure to lead can seriously harm a child’s health and cause well-documented adverse effects such as:
Damage to the brain and nervous system
Slowed growth and development
Learning and behavior problems
Hearing and speech problems
This can cause:
Lower IQ
Decreased ability to pay attention
Underperformance in school
www.cdc.gov/nceh/lead/prevention/health-effects.htm
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