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Could Accidental Swallowing Of Metal Shavings Be A Matter Of Concern?
I accidentally swallowed a metal shavings from my can of tuna and my throat hurts swelling on my right side grew to the side if a nickel I massaged the area and it burst liquid filled my mouth tasting like metal should I go to the doctor my throat hurts and I can still taste metal on the right side of my toung
Tue, 24 Mar 2015
hi
You may go to ER or a throat doctor for immediate removal if still stuck .try to throw up by stimulating the palate by finger.Or take lukewarm water with salt and gulp to induce vomit reflex
best wishes,
You may go to ER or a throat doctor for immediate removal if still stuck .try to throw up by stimulating the palate by finger.Or take lukewarm water with salt and gulp to induce vomit reflex
best wishes,
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