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Suggest Treatment For The Accidental Swallowing Of Batteries By The Child

my kid she is 3years and 10 month she swallowed 2 watch batteries the doctor said is OK it will came on her stool. after same days but i read that a babies died because of that. is there any thin to give her that will make her make poupou fats and passe stool with the batteries on it. thank you
Wed, 22 Jun 2022
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General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi,

Swallowing of any battery including watch batteries, need an ER visit. These can cause a long term damage to the esophageal or gastric lining by chemical reaction. The longer the stay of battery, the more damage is likely to be done. These need removal as soon as possible with the help of a gastroscope connected with a grasping tool. Follow up is necessary to see signs of healing or watching for the bleeding from injured lining.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Satnarain Bansal, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For The Accidental Swallowing Of Batteries By The Child

Hi, Swallowing of any battery including watch batteries, need an ER visit. These can cause a long term damage to the esophageal or gastric lining by chemical reaction. The longer the stay of battery, the more damage is likely to be done. These need removal as soon as possible with the help of a gastroscope connected with a grasping tool. Follow up is necessary to see signs of healing or watching for the bleeding from injured lining. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Satnarain Bansal, General & Family Physician