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Detailed explanation-1: -Lead exposure can cause high blood pressure and brain, kidney and reproductive health issues in adults. Symptoms of lead poisoning include headaches, stomach cramps, constipation, muscle/joint pain, trouble sleeping, fatigue, irritability, and loss of sex drive.

Detailed explanation-2: -Low levels of lead can affect a child’s brain and central nervous system. At high levels, lead can cause permanent damage to the brain and nervous system. This damage can lead to seizures, loss of muscle control, and coma. Lead exposure can interrupt a child’s progress as they grow.

Detailed explanation-3: -Overexposure to lead also disrupts the blood-forming system resulting in decreased hemoglobin (the substance in the blood that carries oxygen to the cells) and ultimately anemia. Anemia is characterized by weakness, pallor and fatigability as a result of decreased oxygen carrying capacity in the blood.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lead in the blood during pregnancy can: Cause the baby to be born too early or too small. Hurt the baby’s brain, kidneys, and nervous system. Cause the child to have learning or behavior problems.