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Swallowed Object (cont.)

Medical Author:
Thomas Rebbecchi, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
James Ungar, MD

Prevention

  • Keep small objects, including coins, toy parts, and button batteries, out of the reach of small children.
  • Cut food into the appropriate size for both adults and children.
  • If adults are having progressive difficulty swallowing solids, a liquid or puree diet will help with symptoms until medical attention can be obtained.

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