Is it true that xposure to lead can cause autism?

guinevere894 · Newbie Joined: 02 Apr 2006 Posts: 1

Hello! My sister has an autistic child and I often think what could be the reason. I have heard that there is a link between autism and lead based paint or other products that contain lead. I also heard that many toys contain lead. Is this possible? Is it true that xposure to lead can cause autism?

pet1524 · Newbie Joined: 27 Mar 2007 Posts: 2

Hello! There are many people who think that there is a connection. But, unfortunately the cause of autism is not yet found. Lead is toxic and symptoms of exposure to lead can cause similar symptoms as in autism. Maybe there is a connection but according the scientists there is no prove.

Is it true that xposure to lead can cause autism?

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