Possible Symptoms of Lead Poisoning

· Irritability

· Inability to pay attention

· Quick frustration

· Stomach ache and cramps

· Fatigue

· Frequent vomiting

· Constipation

· Headache

· Sleep disorders

· Poor appetite

· Clumsiness or weakness

· Loss of recently acquired skills

· Sudden changes in behavior

The absence of symptoms does NOT mean a child does not have lead poisoning. Most children with lead poisoning show no symptoms.

5303 S. Cedar Street          Entrance 3, Room 210

P.O. Box 30161

Lansing, MI 48909

Phone: (517)887-4308             

Fax: (517)887-4379

E-mail: leadprogram@ingham.org           

How Do I Find Out

If MY CHILD has Lead Poisoning?

· The ONLY way to know for sure if your child has lead poisoning is with a blood test.

· Testing is available through your doctor’s office or the Ingham County Health Department.

· Call (517)887-4308 for more information.

· For other counties in Michigan,

           call 1-888-322-4453

           or go to Michigan.gov/leadsafe

Lead is Especially Dangerous to Children Under the Age of 6

· Children’s brains and nervous systems are more sensitive to the damaging effects of lead.

· Children’s growing bodies absorb more lead.

· Lead can cause nervous system and kidney damage.

· Lead can lead to learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, and decreased intelligence.

· Lead can cause decreased muscle and bone growth, and poor muscle coordination.

· Lead can cause hearing damage.

· Pregnant women with high lead levels in their system  would expose a fetus during development.