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Accidental Swallowing Of Stapler Pins, Remedy?

i may have accidentally swallowed a stapler pin. I am not even sure if I have. I managed to fish out three from my mouth through the mouthful of what contained the pins! but might have swallowed one. is it dangerous? should I try vomiting?
Wed, 19 Jun 2013
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Hi,

Thank you for your query on Healthcare Magic.

Don't try to vomit as this may cause injury to food pipe.

Consult the doctor for examination.

They will advise x ray to know the position of pins and their number.

The problem with the pins are injury to gut with its sharp tips.

If the pins are open, there is a chance of bleeding and perforation.

If they are closed, they will pass in stool.

The doctor will guide you in the management.

If you have a habit of ingesting non edible objects, take the opinion of a psychiatrist also.

Hope I have answered your query.

Regards.
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Accidental Swallowing Of Stapler Pins, Remedy?

Hi, Thank you for your query on Healthcare Magic. Don t try to vomit as this may cause injury to food pipe. Consult the doctor for examination. They will advise x ray to know the position of pins and their number. The problem with the pins are injury to gut with its sharp tips. If the pins are open, there is a chance of bleeding and perforation. If they are closed, they will pass in stool. The doctor will guide you in the management. If you have a habit of ingesting non edible objects, take the opinion of a psychiatrist also. Hope I have answered your query. Regards.