Patient's question:
My baby is just 110 days old and a blood lead test showed a level of over 80. What should I do? Since the baby was born until now, the baby has always had diarrhea after eating.Treatment history and effectiveness: No specific treatment has been given yet.
What kind of help is needed: I would like to file a complaint. What should I do? How should I treat the baby?
Doctor's answer:
Hello. Blood lead < 99 micrograms per liter is relatively safe; it is recommended to consume more zinc-rich foods and take appropriate calcium supplements to help excrete lead. Children with high blood lead levels primarily exhibit symptoms such as hyperactivity and difficulty concentrating.Advice: Besides calcium and zinc deficiency, how can the child be improved? It is recommended to obtain nutrients from daily food intake, as dietary supplements are safer and more effective than medication. Mild lead poisoning in babies may manifest as picky eating, poor appetite, hyperactivity, difficulty concentrating, and low immunity.
In daily life, it is important to cultivate good habits in children, such as frequent handwashing, increasing outdoor activities near roads, minimizing exposure to car exhaust, avoiding chewing pencils, colored toys, and reducing contact with painted products.