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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 learning. <br /> problems (such as hyperactivity) <br />· Slowed growth <br />· Hearing problems. <br />· Headaches <br /> <br />Lead is also harmful to adults. Adults <br />can suffer from: <br />· Difficulties dudng 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 /> <br />Lead affects <br />the body in <br />many ways. <br /> <br />3 <br /> <br /> <br />