Lead Poisoning: What It Is and How To Detect It
Lead poisoning causes serious damage for many Americans each year. Although the government banned the use of lead in 1978, there are still many older homes that contain lead. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1.6 percent of all children in the United States between the ages of 3 and 5 have a dangerously high level of lead in their blood.
If you suspect that a loved one has suffered lead poisoning, you should consult with an experienced lead poisoning attorney to protect your legal rights and determine whether you are entitled to money damages.
What Is Lead Poisoning?
Lead poisoning is the presence of a dangerously high level of lead in the body. Exposure to even low levels of lead can build up over time, causing serious harm. Lead is a toxic metal substance and a strong poison. It can be present in lead-based paint found on walls, art supplies, and contaminated dust and gasoline products.
Lead poisoning is especially dangerous for children and infants because their young bodies are more vulnerable to this toxic substance. Exposure to a high level of lead can cause seizures, severe brain damage, coma and death. Since lead is still present in some older model homes, lead poisoning remains a threat.
How To Detect Lead Poisoning
Lead poisoning displays subtle signs and symptoms. The symptoms can be varied and may affect different parts of the body. Often times, lead poisoning builds up slowly from repeated exposure to small quantities of the toxic substance.
Some of the common signs of lead poisoning include:
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Aggressive behavior
- Constipation
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- High blood pressure
- Loss of developmental skills, especially in young children
If you or a loved one suffers any of these symptoms, you should immediately seek medical attention.
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