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Lead Poisoning Signs
Watch for signs of lead poisoning in children like:
- Irritability
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss
- Fatigue
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Learning difficulties
Adults who may have lead poisoning exhibit different symptoms, including:
- High blood pressure
- Muscle weakness
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Some mental impairment
- Memory loss
- Mood disorders
Just a simple blood test will detect lead poisoning. Avoiding further exposure or medication can reduce blood levels, but for some severe cases the damage may be irreversible.
Act to Prevent Lead Poisoning
Some simple steps can help protect your family from lead poisoning:
- Always wash children’s hands before eating, at bedtime and after being outdoors to avoid any contaminated dust getting in the mouth.
- If you have older plumbing, run cold water at least a minute before using. Don’t use hot water from the tap for cooking.
- Cover old paint with new paint or paneling.
- Wash work clothes separately without shaking out dust or dirt.
- Avoid eating or drinking where lead dust may be present.
- Check that contractors follow EPA-required processes when remodeling.
If you or a family member has been harmed by lead poisoning, perhaps from someone’s negligence, call Attorney James Bendell, personal injury lawyer, for a free consultation. You can reach us at or through our website. Remember – ingesting just a few dust particles from lead-based paint is enough to poison a child.