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    Lead poi·son·ing
    /ˌled ˈpoizəniNG/

    noun

    • 1. acute or chronic poisoning due to the absorption of lead into the body.

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  3. Jan 21, 2022 · Lead poisoning occurs when lead builds up in the body, often over months or years. Even small amounts of lead can cause serious health problems. Children younger than 6 years are especially vulnerable to lead poisoning, which can severely affect mental and physical development.

  4. Lead poisoning, also known as plumbism and saturnism, is a type of metal poisoning caused by lead in the body. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, constipation, headaches, irritability, memory problems, infertility, and tingling in the hands and feet.

  5. Jan 18, 2022 · Lead poisoning is caused by exposure to high levels of lead. Lead is most commonly found in houses built before 1978. Symptoms of lead poisoning include headaches, cramps and hyperactivity.

  6. Lead is a naturally occurring toxic metal found in the Earth’s crust. Its widespread use has resulted in extensive environmental contamination, human exposure and significant public health problems in many parts of the world.

  7. Dec 14, 2018 · Causes. Risk factors. Diagnosis. Treatment. Outlook. Prevention. What is lead poisoning? Lead is a highly toxic metal and a very strong poison. Lead poisoning is a serious and sometimes fatal...

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  8. 3 days ago · Lead poisoning, deleterious effect of a gradual accumulation of lead in the body, as a result of repeated exposure to lead-containing substances. In humans the main sources of lead are usually lead-based paint and drinking water carried through lead pipes.

  9. Jun 20, 2023 · Lead poisoning is the accumulation of lead in the body which usually develops over the course of months or years.

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