Question
My daughter is nine months old. The standard for blood lead in the last trace element test was 0-100, but her level was 275, which is quite high. She’s a bit zinc-deficient, and she eats very little. She has lost weight recently and is a bit short. Is this situation very serious? Can the blood lead levels be reduced only with dietary therapy, or do we need to use medication to excrete the lead? What kind of medication is better?
Answer
A blood lead level of 275 is indeed somewhat high. Common causes include 1. contact with paint and varnish, 2. air pollution such as car exhaust, and 3. consuming puffed snacks. Pay attention to searching for the cause. Guidance: Generally, dietary therapy can resolve this issue. You can eat foods rich in vitamin C. In addition, maintain good habits. Wash your face frequently, before and after meals, before and after using the toilet. Clean toys regularly to prevent contact with paint and varnish, car exhaust, and eat fewer or no puffed snacks.