Results from a high body burden of lead (Pb)—an element with no known physiologic purpose
Synonym(s): lead poisoning, inorganic
Predominant age: 1 to 5 years, adult workers
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Often asymptomatic
Mild-to-moderate toxicity
Myalgias, paresthesias, fatigue, irritability, lethargy
Abdominal discomfort, arthralgia, difficulty concentrating, headache, tremor, vomitin...
For Pb levels above 3.5 μg/dL, confirm with repeat testing according to the table
For blood Pb levels persistently >15 μg/dL, contact local public health department for home inspectio...
Expect rebound af...
T56.0X4A Toxic effect of lead and its compounds, undetermined, init
T56.0X1A Toxic effect of lead and its compounds, accidental, init
38342005 toxic effect of lead compound (disorder)
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Screen children 6 to 11 months of age with ≥1 risk factors
Children living in high-risk communities (>12% elevated Pb) should be tested annually from 1 to 5 years of age
CDC updated i...
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