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What Harm Does A Swallowed Stapler Pose When Stuck At The Esophagus?

Hi.my husband accidentally swallowed a small piece of stapeler.at first he felt it stock at his esophagus then he tried to vomit it then it didnt work.then he eat dinner sometimes he felt it again..but most of the time it seems that it is gone.what will happen to my husband if it still in his esophagus or if it is goes to his stomach already?i dont have any cards to pay you doc.im sorry.but i really need answers.its xmass and im worried that i might lose my husband..
Thu, 26 Dec 2013
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Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum.
Due to scratches in the esophagus with the stapler He may feel the irritation for few days. But must be treated to prevent the infection.
I usually prescribe to my patient with such history to eat plenty of banana,to prevent injury to the stomach, and make a soft stool, to expel it.To make sure he must watch the stools, to find it in the stools.
I advise you to consult a gastro enenterologist to have a look at the esophagus, and stomach.
Take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts,and
protein rich foods to hasten the repair.
Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
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What Harm Does A Swallowed Stapler Pose When Stuck At The Esophagus?

Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. Due to scratches in the esophagus with the stapler He may feel the irritation for few days. But must be treated to prevent the infection. I usually prescribe to my patient with such history to eat plenty of banana,to prevent injury to the stomach, and make a soft stool, to expel it.To make sure he must watch the stools, to find it in the stools. I advise you to consult a gastro enenterologist to have a look at the esophagus, and stomach. Take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts,and protein rich foods to hasten the repair. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.