
What Should Be Done After Accidental Ingestion Of Plastic Toothpick?

Question: my husband swallowed a plastic toothpick, what should we do?
Brief Answer:
Needs medical attention...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I agree to the previous doctors recommendation. Ideally he should visit the ER where X-ray will be performed to locate the swallowed foreign body. Depending on the location, the doctor can choose to retrieve it.
There are chances of traumatic injury. Hence he needs careful monitoring and attention.
Regards
Needs medical attention...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I agree to the previous doctors recommendation. Ideally he should visit the ER where X-ray will be performed to locate the swallowed foreign body. Depending on the location, the doctor can choose to retrieve it.
There are chances of traumatic injury. Hence he needs careful monitoring and attention.
Regards
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