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Lead's Effects <br />If not detected early, children with high <br />levels of lead in their bodies can suffer <br />from: <br />♦ Damage to the brain and <br />nervous system <br />♦ Behavior and leaming . <br />problems (such as hyperactivity) <br />♦ Slowed growth <br />♦ Hearing problems <br />♦ Headaches <br />Lead is also harmful to adults. Adults <br />can suffer from: <br />♦ Difficulties during pregnancy <br />♦ Other reproductive problems (in both <br />men and women) <br />♦ High blood pressure <br />♦ Digestive problems <br />♦ Nerve disorders <br />♦ Memory and concentration problems <br />♦ Muscle and joint pain <br />Lead affects <br />the body in <br />many ways- <br />3 <br />