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Shambhu Khanal1, Shree Ram Panthee2, Nandu Prasad Pathak2
1Department of Cardiology Shahid Gangalal National Heart Centre Kathmandu Nepal.
Clinical Case Reports
|April 22, 2026
Summary
Dietary supplements like Garcinia cambogia can cause lead poisoning, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain and anemia. Diagnosis requires blood lead levels, and stopping the supplement is key for treatment.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Lead poisoning is uncommon in modern clinical practice.
- Dietary supplement promotion can lead to unexpected lead toxicity cases.
- Symptoms include abdominal colic, neuropsychiatric issues, and anemia.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a case of lead poisoning linked to Garcinia cambogia consumption.
- To highlight the importance of considering lead toxicity in unexplained symptoms.
Main Methods:
- Detailed patient history focusing on supplement intake.
- Confirmation of diagnosis through blood lead level testing.
Main Results:
- A 28-year-old male developed lead poisoning from Garcinia cambogia.
- Abdominal pain was a presenting symptom, potentially linked to lead exposure.
Conclusions:
- Meticulous history taking regarding supplements is crucial for diagnosing lead poisoning.
- Discontinuation of the causative supplement is the primary management strategy.
- Lead chelation therapy may be indicated for elevated blood lead levels (≥50 μg/dL).
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