Acute lead poisoning is also known as A)Itai-itai B)Plumbism C)Neuralgia D)Byssinosis
Option B) Lead poisoning (also known as plumbism or painter's colic) is caused by increased levels of the heavy metal lead in the body. Lead interferes with a variety of body processes and is toxic to many organs and tissues including the heart, bones, intestines, kidneys, and reproductive and nervous systems. It interferes with the development of the nervous system.
