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How Can A Swallowed Nail Be Removed Safely?
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i was eating some porridge n i put it down n my little boy put his hands in it. i didnt notice anythin in his hands but when i took another spoonful i swallowed a nail' it is about 1 inch long cos he had the other one in his hand. it felt sharp goin down but thats all; it was about 5 hours ago now
what should i do
i was eating some porridge n i put it down n my little boy put his hands in it. i didnt notice anythin in his hands but when i took another spoonful i swallowed a nail' it is about 1 inch long cos he had the other one in his hand. it felt sharp goin down but thats all; it was about 5 hours ago now
what should i do
Mon, 6 Oct 2014
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Main problem occurs during swallowing. It may get obstruct all the way to stomach or cause erosion. As nothing such occurred so you should not worry. It will itself be excreted via feces but if you feel severe pain in abdomen or feel any unusual symptom then do report to hospital
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Wishing you good health.
Thank You for contacting HCM.
Main problem occurs during swallowing. It may get obstruct all the way to stomach or cause erosion. As nothing such occurred so you should not worry. It will itself be excreted via feces but if you feel severe pain in abdomen or feel any unusual symptom then do report to hospital
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow
up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us.
Wishing you good health.
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