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Plumbism (Lead Poisoning) Definition: Plumbism is a disease caused by lead poisoning Common Routes of Exposure: Inhalation (most common) Ingestion Inunction (contact) Affected Body Systems: Lead poisoning primarily affects the: Blood Bones Nervous System Musculoskeletal system Early Signs: Facial pallorness Anemia Dullness Burton line: White and blue lines present at the buccal mucosa Serum Lead Level and Management Normal Serum Lead Level: Less than 5 micrograms Toxicity Level: More than 10 micrograms Environmental Modification/Lifestyle Changes (Health Education): Recommended for levels between 10-19 micrograms Antidote Administration: Given when levels are 20 micrograms or more Medical Emergency: Declared when levels reach 70 micrograms or more Antidotes: Calcium EDTA Dimercaprol Always assess for peanut allergy when administering dimercaprol, as it is peanut-based High-Risk Populations People living in old slums or by the roadside Workers in gasoline or automobile factories