lead colic

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lead colic

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lead colic

(Pathology) a symptom of lead poisoning characterized by intense abdominal pain. Also called: painter's colic

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Noun

lead colic - symptom of chronic lead poisoning and associated with obstinate constipation

painter's colic

colic, gripes, griping, intestinal colic - acute abdominal pain (especially in infants)

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It is sometimes associated with cramping (i.e., lead colic).

Lead Poisoning Can Be Easily Misdiagnosed as Acute Porphyria and Nonspecific Abdominal Pain

Joint pains, muscle aches, abdominal pain ("lead colic"), headache, fatigue, irritability, depression, constipation, decreased libido, anorexia, and other symptoms have all been described in various combinations (12).