Citation

Mohamed M, Ugarte-Torres A, Groshaus H, Rioux K, Yarema M. ACG Case Rep. J. 2016; 3(2): 141-143.

Affiliation

Poison and Drug Information Service (PADIS), Alberta Health Services, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2016, American College of Gastroenterology)

DOI

10.14309/crj.2016.27

PMID

26958573

PMCID

PMC4748209

Abstract

Lead poisoning may present with non-specific symptoms that may result in unnecessary investigations. We report a case of acute lead poisoning in a previously healthy 28-year-old man who presented with recurrent abdominal pain, jaundice, constipation, and weight loss. An extensive diagnostic work-up was completed with inconclusive results. A detailed history revealed an unusual source of lead exposure. Chelation therapy resulted in substantial clinical and biochemical improvement.

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