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Should A 2 Year Old Be Checked With Doctor For Accidental Intake Of Petroleum Jelly?
hi yes ,i have a 2 year old son and he got into the jar of the petroleum jelly and i could smell it in his hands and mouth ,i rinse his mouth and brushed his teeth im worried i read the lable and it said if swalloed go to the emergeny or call ur dr but he seems fine,and asleep but should i go get him checked out ?
Thu, 13 Mar 2014
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
There is less possibility that he has swallowed it.
Since he is active you can observe him for 24 hours.
Hope this helps.
Take care...
Thanks for your query.
There is less possibility that he has swallowed it.
Since he is active you can observe him for 24 hours.
Hope this helps.
Take care...
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