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ArticleAnnals of occupational and environmental medicine2025

Unveiling a hidden hazard: lead poisoning from hobbyist activities and its long-term impact.

Chiara Pucci, Luca Tomassini, Marco dell'Omo, Alessandra Deini, Daniele Lillacci, Cristiana Gambelunghe, Mauro Zampolini, Nicola Murgia, Angela Gambelunghe

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Article in Annals of occupational and environmental medicine, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Chiara PucciSection of Occupational Medicine, Respiratory Diseases and Toxicology, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy.
Luca TomassiniSchool of Advanced Studies, University of Camerino, Camerino, Italy.
Marco dell'OmoSection of Occupational Medicine, Respiratory Diseases and Toxicology, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy.
Alessandra DeiniSection of Occupational Medicine, Respiratory Diseases and Toxicology, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy.
Daniele LillacciSection of Occupational Medicine, Respiratory Diseases and Toxicology, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy.
Cristiana GambelungheSection of Forensic Medicine, Forensic Science and Sports Medicine, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy.
Mauro ZampoliniUSL Umbria 2, Department of Rehabilitation, Hospital of Foligno, Perugia, Italy.
Nicola MurgiaDepartment of Environmental and Prevention Sciences, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy.
Angela GambelungheSection of Occupational Medicine, Respiratory Diseases and Toxicology, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy.

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Abstract

Background: Lead poisoning is a serious public health issue that can arise from various sources, including nonoccupational exposure. This can make it challenging to manage, as lead poisoning can arise from unexpected sources. This case study examined lead poisoning in a 52-year-old man linked to hobbyist activities involving lead pellets, highlighting the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with this uncommon source of exposure. Case presentation: A 52-year-old man with a history of sports fishing presented with confusion, balance disorders, and memory loss. The initial medical evaluation revealed anemia and elevated lead levels. Further investigations, including imaging and blood tests, confirmed the presence of ingested lead pellets. The patient underwent chelation therapy, which led to a reduction in blood lead levels and improvement in symptoms. Follow-up over 46 months showed a gradual decrease in lead levels and partial recovery of cognitive function, although a few lead-related effects persisted. Conclusions: This case underscores the need for awareness of non-traditional sources of lead exposure, such as hobbyist activities. Effective diagnosis and treatment, including chelation therapy, can significantly alleviate the effects of lead poisoning. Ongoing monitoring is essential to manage long-term health outcomes related to chronic lead exposure.

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Chronic diseaseCognition disordersEnvironmental exposureHobbiesLead poisoningMonitoring, physiologic

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PMCPMC12315783

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