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Is Swallowing A 2 Cent Coin By An Infant A Cause For Concern?
Hi.my 11 month baby swallowed 2cent coin today. He seems ok apart the he is very sick with blocked nose, cold. Loss of appetite due to a blocked nose, not being able to sleep. Should I take him to doctor ? He is able to pass wind but haven t done any poo since afternoon because he bearly has an appetite. Thank you
Mon, 7 Sep 2015
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I have gone through your question and understand your concern. Foreign-body aspiration needs early diagnosis and optimal management. It may not present as a life-threatening situation but radiological test have to be carried out. Sometimes, foreign body aspiration can mimic upper respiratory tract infection and inability to feed raises suspicion even more.
Kindly seek medical help immediately, to know the cause of symptoms. Hope your concern is answered. Thank you.
I have gone through your question and understand your concern. Foreign-body aspiration needs early diagnosis and optimal management. It may not present as a life-threatening situation but radiological test have to be carried out. Sometimes, foreign body aspiration can mimic upper respiratory tract infection and inability to feed raises suspicion even more.
Kindly seek medical help immediately, to know the cause of symptoms. Hope your concern is answered. Thank you.
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