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Lead Poisoning
By Richard | December 12, 2007
Lead poisoning often confused for autism
KABC Los Angeles | Denise Dador
You might have removed all the toys recalled because of lead paint. But there still may be lead around the house, and when kids get into it they could get sick. Many times, parents don’t know the signs. One family was told their son had autism, but a blood test revealed his toys were to blame.
An impromptu kiss from their son goes a long way for Noah’s parents. Problems for Noah began at nine-months-old. He was often sick and out of control.
“We couldn’t go to the grocery store, church — really anywhere due to the screaming,” said Rob Breakiron.
Noah was diagnosed with autism. But then the underlying problem was discovered — lead poisoning. Noah had seven-times the upper limit of lead in his body. MORE
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