What are the symptoms of lead poisoning in children?

There are many problems a child will encounter as he or she grows up, but a large part of them can be avoided through careful reminders from parents. However, some situations are inevitable sometimes, so parents are required to gradually improve their problem-solving abilities, such as dealing with the symptoms of lead poisoning in children. Of course, no one wants their children to suffer from lead poisoning, but when a problem arises, the most important thing is to solve the problem.

Although everyone has heard of lead poisoning in children, most parents still do not understand what symptoms their children will have when they have lead poisoning. However, it is very important for parents to understand these symptoms, which can provide certain help for the treatment of their children. The following is a relevant introduction.

1. General manifestations: abnormal sense of smell and taste; pale lips, eyelids, and complexion; decreased hearing and vision;

2. Mental aspects: inattention, hyperactivity, emotional instability, motion sickness, decreased cognitive ability, low IQ. Parents need to carefully identify this situation, because there are many reasons for these conditions.

3. Absorption: It can affect children's absorption of trace elements such as calcium, iron and zinc. Excessive lead levels may be accompanied by deficiencies in calcium, iron, zinc and vitamins. Data on these areas can be obtained through regular physical examinations of children.

4. Immune system: slow growth and development, decreased immunity, susceptibility to infection, repeated fever, and frailty.

5. Digestive system: poor appetite, partial eating, anorexia, pica. Sometimes accompanied by abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea.

7. Motor system: slow reaction, joint pain, limb numbness and movement disorders.

8. Blood system: anemia.

Through the introduction of the above content, we can understand that there are many manifestations of lead poisoning in children, and generally speaking, they are relatively easy to identify. From the appearance or from the children's growth, development and exercise, we can see some defects in children with lead poisoning. After parents understand this, they can give their children timely treatment in the early stages.