Lead poisoning
Lead poisoning is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Drugs labeled for Lead poisoning
2 medication ingredients list an association with lead poisoning in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Lead poisoning
The following symptoms have been associated with Lead poisoning in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal distention
Distention of the abdomen....
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Distal muscle weakness
Reduced strength of the musculature of the distal extremities....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hypertension
The presence of chronic increased pressure in the systemic arterial system....
Insomnia
Persistent difficulty in starting or maintaining sleep, or waking up earlier than desired, despite having adeq...
Memory impairment
An impairment of memory as manifested by a reduced ability to remember things such as dates and names, and inc...
Nausea
A sensation of unease in the stomach together with an urge to vomit....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Skin rash
A red eruption of the skin....
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
Tests used to investigate Lead poisoning
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Lead poisoning. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lead poisoning?
Lead poisoning is a health condition described in medical literature. Lead poisoning is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Lead poisoning?
Lead poisoning is associated with 14 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal distention, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Depression, Distal muscle weakness, Fatigue. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Lead poisoning diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Lead poisoning include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Lead poisoning, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.