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How To Get Rid Of Accidental Ingestion Of Toilet Paper?

I accidentally ingested a tiny piece of toilet paper, the problem is that I have crohn's disease and diverticulitis. My main concern is bowel obstruction, it was a very small piece. Should I be concerned? What symptoms would I have if there were a problem?
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I really appreciate your concern if this is the toilet paper then chances of expelled out of this paper along with the stool is likely even you have a history of diverticulitis and Crohn's disease these conditions may not be cause of obstruction still if this does not seen in stool then you have to go for scanning study, take care and have nice day.
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How To Get Rid Of Accidental Ingestion Of Toilet Paper?

HI Thank for asking to HCM I really appreciate your concern if this is the toilet paper then chances of expelled out of this paper along with the stool is likely even you have a history of diverticulitis and Crohn s disease these conditions may not be cause of obstruction still if this does not seen in stool then you have to go for scanning study, take care and have nice day.