Acute lead poisoning in children commonly presents with:
Ans. A. Cerebellar ataxiaa. LEAD-poisoning: - The most serious manifestations of lead poisoning in acute encephalopathyb. Encephalopathy includesi. Persistent vomitingii. Ataxiaiii. Seizuresiv. Impaired consciousnessv. Comac. Peripheral neuropathy common in adults, is rare in childrend. The symptoms of childhood lead poisoning in the absence of clear signs of encephalopathy are usually nonspecific and vague, Abdominal colic, behavioral abnormalities, attention disorders, hyperactivity or severe unexplained retardation should lead one to suspect clinical lead poisoning.e. Chronic intoxication can cause learning disorders (children) and motor neuropathy (e.g. Wrist drop)
Cerebellar ataxia
Status epilepticus
Focal neurological deficits
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Central Nervous System