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Surma and lead poisoning

A R Ali, O R Smales, M Aslam

    British Medical Journal
    |September 30, 1978
    PubMed
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    Surma eye cosmetic use is linked to elevated blood lead levels in Asian children. Many surma samples contain significant lead, highlighting a public health risk that requires community awareness for prevention.

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    Area of Science:

    • Environmental Health
    • Toxicology
    • Pediatric Health

    Background:

    • Surma, an eye cosmetic popular in Asian communities, has raised concerns regarding potential heavy metal exposure.
    • Lead exposure in children can lead to serious developmental and health issues.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the association between surma use and blood lead concentrations in Asian children.
    • To determine the lead content in various surma samples.

    Main Methods:

    • Blood lead levels were measured in 62 Asian children, categorized by definite surma use (37 children) and non-use (25 children).
    • Lead content analysis was performed on 29 different surma samples.

    Main Results:

    • Children who used surma exhibited significantly higher mean blood lead concentrations (1.65 mumol/l) compared to non-users (0.98 mumol/l).

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  • Analysis revealed that 23 out of 29 tested surma samples were predominantly composed of lead sulphide.

    • Conclusions:

    • The use of surma is strongly associated with elevated blood lead concentrations in children.
    • Given that surma is often sourced internationally, community-based health education targeting Asian community leaders is recommended for effective risk mitigation.