Eating graphite pencil leads

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1 year ago,I used to eat lot of graphite pencil leads for about 7 months,But now I stopped eating them What are the long term effects?

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Dr. Savio James Radiation Oncologist 8 yrs exp Cochin · Accepted Answer

Dr. Savio James

Radiation Oncologist 8 yrs exp Cochin

Yes lead( Pb) is a proven carcinogen. But as far I know graphite pencil are free of lead , and is not a proven carcinogen. Also from my understanding - No association or causation relationship has been proven between pencil graphite and carcinogenesis. So you don't need to worry about it. But if you are having any unusual symptoms or difficulties please let me know, will treat accordingly.

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