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Melted lead on my skin, what should i do?
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Lead : Lead toxicity can have many adverse health effects. One can see acute and chronic forms of lead toxicity. If any symptoms develop, needs evaluation with blood lead level, red and white blood count, etc. Chelation therapy may be needed and will be more effective if started earlier.
Answered 3/31/2013
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