Lead poisoning Flashcards

1
Q

What is the classic presentation of lead poisoning?

A

Abdominal pain and peripheral neuropathy - mainly motor
Neuropsychiatric symptoms
Blue lines on gum margin

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What would a diagnostic level of blood lead?

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> 10

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What is seen on bloods with lead poisoning?

A

Microcytic anaemia
Basophilic stippling, clover leaf morphology

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4
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What is the management of lead poisoning?

A

DMSA
D-penicillamine
EDTA
Dimercaprol

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