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2yrs kid swallowed Chewing gum
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My 2 yrs baby accidentally swallowed 1 small chewing gum... Is it harmful to baby? Will it come out with poop ?
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No, its not harmful, it will come out in poop
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No it won't harm the baby.
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It will come out undigested in stool
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Need to worry only if large quantities of gum are ingested, as that can block intestines sometimes.
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Greetings don't worry make sure it's swallowed it's not aspirated, if swallowed it will come out through stool .look for warning sign like breathing problem.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Rajkot
Not harm
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Dr. Saurodip Maity
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6 yrs exp
Bangalore
Watch for : cough / difficulty in breathing/ choking.
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