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Does The Chemicals In The Food Kill A Baby?

my 17months baby ate play doh and on wikipedia it says while its 2004 United States patent indicates it is composed of water, a starch-based binder, a retrogradation inhibitor, salt, lubricant, surfactant, preservative, hardener, humectant, fragrance, and color.[9] A petroleum additive gives the compound a smooth feel, and borax prevents mold from developing.[3] could those chemicals kill my baby
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Hello,

There is no risk of death. But please be on the lookout for diarrhea and dehydration. If these develop approach nearest emergency room, please.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology
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Does The Chemicals In The Food Kill A Baby?

Hello, There is no risk of death. But please be on the lookout for diarrhea and dehydration. If these develop approach nearest emergency room, please. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology