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Suggest Treatment For Epigastric Area Caused By Swallowing Dime Sized Plastic
I had a drink one hour ago. I swallowd a dime size and shape piece of plastic that was part of the plastic cup. The piece which yuo push in to place the straw. I feel discomfort in the epigastric area below the breast bone. How does this usually resolve..? I am worried.
Mon, 25 Jul 2016
Hello
Usually these pass completely through the GI tract and out with a bowel movement without any problem.
That said, you should have a doctor examine you to see if it is truly stuck
Usually these pass completely through the GI tract and out with a bowel movement without any problem.
That said, you should have a doctor examine you to see if it is truly stuck
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