All small children and babies tend to put things into their mouths and, in some cases, they swallow them accidentally. Little round objects such as marbles, beads, coins, or buttons usually pass harmlessly through the digestive system and are eliminated. Do not give laxatives or insist that the child eat bulky or pasty foods. Of course, if there is stomach pain or if the object seems to be lodged in the esophagus, call a doctor immediately. Sharp foreign bodies, such as bobby pins, opes safety pins, and chicken or fish bones, are dangerous. Summon a doctor or take the child to a hospital, since special instruments may be required to locate and remove the object.
CHILDREN SWALLOWED OBJECT
All small children and babies tend to put things into their mouths and, in some cases, they swallow them accidentally. Little round objects such as marbles, beads, coins, or buttons usually pass harmlessly through the digestive system and are eliminated. Do not give laxatives or insist that the child eat bulky or pasty foods. Of course, if there is stomach pain or if the object seems to be lodged in the esophagus, call a doctor immediately. Sharp foreign bodies, such as bobby pins, opes safety pins, and chicken or fish bones, are dangerous. Summon a doctor or take the child to a hospital, since special instruments may be required to locate and remove the object.
All small children and babies tend to put things into their mouths and, in some cases, they swallow them accidentally. Little round objects such as marbles, beads, coins, or buttons usually pass harmlessly through the digestive system and are eliminated. Do not give laxatives or insist that the child eat bulky or pasty foods. Of course, if there is stomach pain or if the object seems to be lodged in the esophagus, call a doctor immediately. Sharp foreign bodies, such as bobby pins, opes safety pins, and chicken or fish bones, are dangerous. Summon a doctor or take the child to a hospital, since special instruments may be required to locate and remove the object.