Medical MCQ-Acute lead poisoning in children commonly presents with all of the following features except –

Acute lead poisoning in children commonly presents with all of the following features except –

Encephalopathy

Cerebellar Ataxia

Status epilepticus

Peripheral neuropathy

Question Category:

Pediatrics

Correct Answer:

Peripheral neuropathy

Description:

Acute lead poisoningThe most serious manifestation of lead poisoning in children is ACUTE ENCEPHALOPATHY.Encephalopathy includes -Persistent vomiting Ataxia Papilloedema Lethargy Seizures Impaired consciousness and coma Irritability Peripheral Neuropathy which is common in adults is rarely seen in children except with those of sickle cell disease.

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