Do painted cribs cause lead poisoning?
If the paints used in the crib have lead in them, yes they can cause Plumbism (lead poisoning) when the toddler chews on the crib or painted toys, etc. In the United States “leaded” paints are banned from use where children are exposed to them, among toy manufacturers, classroom/school paints, etc. Home-made cribs coated with “leaded” paints, are a constant cause of Plumbism, even today. Other sources at home are foods and beverages (fruits, fruit juices, cola drinks, tomatoes, tomato juice, cider, wine, etc) stored in improperly lead-glazed ceramic wares or any lead-lined containers, leaded glasses, etc. Some of the symptoms include persistent and forceful vomiting, abdominal pains, seizures, unstable gait (walking), mental retardation, varied levels of consciousness and coma, depending on the chronicity and severity of poisoning. Are there pills that dissolve gallstones? Presently, there is no medication (or any chemical safe for humans to ingest) that will dissolve gallstones, kidne
