Lead Poisoning
Exposure to lead can be harmful for the body, especially in young children. Lead poisoning affects several parts of the body and may cause serious learning and behavioral disorders. Exposure to lead usually comes from lead-based paint, which is illegal in the United States. Unfortunately, some lead-based products manage to get into the US market and are usually unmarked.
If you or someone you love has suffered lead poisoning from exposure to a lead product, call the Philadelphia personal injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 215-238-1130 for more information about lead poisoning cases.
Signs of Lead Poisoning
As with any type of poisoning, lead poisoning may affect different people in different ways. Some common signs that you have lead poisoning are:
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Anemia
- Irritability
When lead poisoning is more severe, you may suffer from seizures or fall into a coma. In some cases, lead poisoning may even lead to death. If you think you may have suffered lead poisoning, you should contact a physician immediately to get treated.
In many cases, lead poisoning is caused by the oversight of someone who allowed a lead-based product to enter the market. In these cases, the manufacturer of the product containing lead may be liable for your illness.
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Lead poisoning is a serious illness. If you or a loved one has suffered lead poisoning, contact the Philadelphia personal injury attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 215-238-1130 to learn more about building a case against whoever is responsible for your illness. You may be entitled to financial compensation for your losses.