Symptoms in children and adults are generally not the same. Table 1 is a comparison of lead poisoning symptoms as seen in children and adults. Many adults and children may not have any noticeable symptoms of lead poisoning.

Table 1. Symptoms of Lead Poisoning

Children	Adults
Anemia	Anemia
Abdominal pain	Abdominal pain
Constipation	Depression
Decreased appetite	Fatigue
Diarrhea	Gout
Learning problems	Heart failure
Lowered IQ	High blood pressure
Sleeplessness	Kidney failure
Tiredness	Reproductive problems
Vomiting	Wrist or foot weakness