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ArticleClinical case reports2026

Lead Toxicity Associated With Over-The-Counter Slimming Supplements: A Case Report.

Shambhu Khanal, Shree Ram Panthee, Nandu Prasad Pathak, Prakash Bhattarai, Buddha Rayamajhi, Kalpana Neupane, Savita Aryal

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Shambhu KhanalDepartment of Cardiology Shahid Gangalal National Heart Centre Kathmandu Nepal.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1247-7389
Shree Ram PantheeDepartment of Internal Medicine Lumbini Provincial Hospital Butwal Lumbini Province Nepal.
Nandu Prasad PathakDepartment of Internal Medicine Lumbini Provincial Hospital Butwal Lumbini Province Nepal.
Prakash BhattaraiDepartment of Internal Medicine Lumbini Provincial Hospital Butwal Lumbini Province Nepal.
Buddha RayamajhiDepartment of Dermatology Bhim Hospital Bhairahawa Lumbini Province Nepal.
Kalpana NeupaneDepartment of Internal Medicine Lumbini Provincial Hospital Butwal Lumbini Province Nepal.
Savita AryalDepartment of Internal Medicine Lumbini Provincial Hospital Butwal Lumbini Province Nepal.

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Abstract

Lead poisoning is rarely seen in clinical practice nowadays. However, the widespread promotion of dietary supplements can lead to cases of lead toxicity, presenting with symptoms such as abdominal colic, neuropsychiatric issues, and anemia. Here, we present a case of a 28-year-old male who developed lead poisoning after consuming Garcinia cambogia for weight loss. Any unexplained symptom, such as abdominal pain, may be attributable to lead poisoning. The cornerstone of diagnosis of lead poisoning lies in meticulous history taking of any supplements and confirmation with blood lead levels. Discontinuing the offending supplement is the mainstay of management. Lead chelation with penicillamine should be considered for blood lead levels above 50 μg/dL.

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abdominal colicgarcinia cambogiaLead poisoningover‐the‐counter supplementspublic healthweight loss

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